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Therefore, please let us know if you have any allergies before the procedure.
Spine If spinal bones receive a significant dose there is a risk of fracture.
We will not know if this is needed until the test itself.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
if you have: A cough, cold or chest infection.
If your fingers become cold and blue, even if you have kept your limb raised, please contact the Plaster Room immediately for advice.
If calling out of hours, or if the Mortuary Assistant on duty is unable to answer the phone, please leave a message with your reason for calling and your
If you are having a general anaesthetic this is extremely unlikely.
If your ultrasound measurements shows that you are having a large baby. If your ultrasound scan shows excess liquor (water surrounding the baby).
If this pipe is blocked, urine cannot leave the kidneys. If untreated, this can cause the kidneys to become damaged and you to feel unwell.
All risks or complications can be reduced if you follow the guidance on this page.
You may feel a tired if you have not slept well before the procedure.
Please contact your consultant’s secretary if you have any questions or concerns.
If you leave a message, we will get back to you as soon as we can.
We would be happy to receive a new referral if required after the 12 month period.
If the drapes are lowered the baby can be born and placed immediately onto your chest.
If there is a report you would like to see that is not available on this page, please email ghn-tr.comms@nhs.net.
If necessary, only tackle 1 larger activity a day. Take regular rest breaks.
If this happens you will be prescribed an alternative treatment that will be equally effective.
Repeat tests should be requested if clinically indicated. Test performed at CGH and GRH.