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For what reason would a doctor delay or postpone a left sided heart catheterization for 3 days?

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Delay: There are many reasons why a study might be delayed. They can vary from problems with the scheduling, the lab equipment, and other non patient related factors to problems with the patients condition. Ask your dr. What is pertinent to you.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 1/9/2015

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