At Oregon Advanced Imaging, we want to ensure you receive the highest level of imaging service. Our caring staff will work to make your experience as comfortable and easy as possible.

Click here for pre-exam instructions for oncology patients, cardiac viability, and neurologic imaging

Your medical team may give you some specific advice about how to prepare for your PET/CT scan. Your physician or provider must write an order for your PET/CT scan. He or she may ask you to bring the written orders and/or previous exams (CTs, MRIs, bone scans, etc.) to your PET/CT appointment.

• Our staff may contact you several times prior to your scheduled appointment date for pre-registration and/or confirmation.
  
  
• Tell your doctor and technologist if you are diabetic.
  
  
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or if you are a nursing mother.
  
  
• You should contact your insurance company regarding benefits and coverage before your appointment date. Please bring your medical insurance card(s) to your appointment.
  
  
• Payment arrangements may be made with OAI Billing Department by calling 541-773-8603 prior to your appointment.
  
  
• Do not exercise 48 hours before your PET/CT scan.
  
  
• Do not eat after midnight unless otherwise advised. You may drink water. Two hours before the exam, you must drink three 8 oz. glasses of water. If you are diabetic contact our scheduling department at 541-608-0350.
  
  
• Take any prescribed medications on the day of your test unless instructed differently by your doctor.
  
  
• Please wear any hearing aids, glasses or dentures to the PET/CT center.
  
  
• Wear comfortable, loose clothing in layers. For some PET/CT scans we may have you wear a gown which is supplied for you. Please keep jewelry and accessories (phone, keys, change, etc.) to a minimum. A secure locker is provided for your convenience during the exam.
  
  
• Arrive 30 minutes early to fill out paperwork needed by our office and technical staff.
  
  
• It is very important to be on time for your PET/CT scan since the radioactive sugar solution used for the scanning process is created and shipped for your appointment. Late arrival could postpone your scan, your diagnosis, and your treatment.