Stomach and small bowel shape and passage.
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Stomach and small bowel shape and passage.
When endoscopy is not suitable, small bowel disease.
Nothing to eat or drink for about 6 hours.
Typical effective dose 2 to 3 mSv, similar to about 8 months to 1 year of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
1 to 3 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
Why is Barium meal and follow-through done?
When endoscopy is not suitable, small bowel disease.
How do I prepare for Barium meal and follow-through?
Nothing to eat or drink for about 6 hours.
Is Barium meal and follow-through safe in pregnancy?
Typical effective dose 2 to 3 mSv, similar to about 8 months to 1 year of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; the benefit usually outweighs the small risk, and shielding or alternatives can be considered.
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