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Can i eat anything 3 hours before my gastrografin drink / ct test?

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Gastrografin: Hi, it is not such a good idea to eat food, the bowel should be cleaned for better result, but you need to stay hydrated before and after the procedure.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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