
Stay hydrated the day before your test and drink water about 1 hour before
Use the restroom right before your scan
Arrive early so your body can adjust to room temperature (about 20 minutes if coming from hot/cold weather)
Stand upright for 5–10 minutes before your test
Schedule your test at the same time of day each visit for consistency
Do not eat within 3 hours of your test
Do not consume alcohol or caffeine for 24 hours prior to your scan
Do not exercise beforehand and wait until you have fully recovered, which can be 1-3 days
Do not apply lotion or ointments to your hands or feet
Do not wear socks, pantyhose, heavy clothing, or jewelry

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