Patient Preparation Instructions

At Premier Women's Imaging, we are here to make your experience as smooth and stress-free as possible. Here is what to expect for your exam appointment.

Appointment Checklist

  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

  • Plan to arrive early, 15-30 minutes before your appointment, to allow time for check-in and paperwork.

  • Bring all prior imaging studies related to the exam.

  • Bring your ID, insurance cards, forms, and prescriptions.

  • Call (310) 927-0002 or (818) 791-0001 for insurance authorization or co-pay questions.

  • Please call if unable to keep your appointment.

Mammography

  • Avoid wearing any deodorant, powder, perfume, or lotion on or around the breast or underarm.

  • Wear a two-piece outfit, so you only need to remove your top.

  • Patients coming in for an initial visit should bring prior mammography exams and reports with them.

  • Please fill out your breast cancer risk evaluation ahead of time: Here

Pelvic Ultrasound

  • Drink 32 oz of water one hour prior to your exam, and do not empty your bladder.

Abdominal Ultrasound

  • Do not eat or drink six hours prior to the exam.

Bone Density DXA or Body Composition

  • Avoid taking calcium supplements for 24 hours before the test.

  • Avoid wearing jewelry, belts, underwire bras, or clothing with metal zippers, buttons, or snaps.

  • Inform your provider if you recently had a barium or contrast-injected CT scan. You may have to wait a week before performing a DXA scan.

Thank you.