Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to imaging exams like MRIs, X-Rays, or mammograms. That is why Princeton Radiology provides access to RadiologyInfo.org, an online resource that contains a range of physician-vetted, patient-friendly information.
How to Prepare for Your Imaging Study
Nervous about an upcoming imaging exam? RadiologyInfo.org has accurate, up-to-date information on more than 260 procedures, exams, and disease descriptions covering diagnostic and interventional radiology. It will also cover what you may experience during the exam as well as the benefits, risks, and limitations.
To find information on preparing for your exam:
- Step 1: Visit this alphabetical index of imaging studies on RadiologyInfo.org
- Step 2: Select the exam and click on the link
- Step 3: On the next page, click on the link that says, “How Should I Prepare?”
Here are direct links to information about common exams at Princeton Radiology:
Cardiac CT for Calcium Scoring
How to Understand Your Results
Feel fully informed before talking with your primary care doctor about the results from your imaging exam by using this page on RadiologyInfo.org to learn how to read your results.
