What is Involved with EBT?
(Electron Beam Tomography)

You will be asked to complete a conventional risk factor questionnaire with a brief description of your current health status and to sign a consent form.

For most procedures, EKG electrodes are applied to the lower abdomen so as to electronically "freeze" cardiac activity. Studies are completed during one to two deep breaths as multiple images of the chest or abdomen are obtained.

There are no injections involved, no exercise requirements, no need to disrobe (except for a gown in virtual colonoscopy) and no changes necessary in current medications.

There is a gentle diet and bowel preparation necessary for virtual colonoscopy that starts the day before the procedure.