Preparation for Whole Body MRI [+ Checkup]

The Day Before Your Check-up

1. Rest Well
   • Avoid alcohol, smoking, and overwork. Get enough sleep.
2. Dinner
   • Have a light meal before 8:00 PM.
   • After 9:00 PM, no food or drink (water only).
   • If you have indigestion, eat porridge before 6:00 PM.
3. Medication
   • If you are under medical treatment, consult your doctor first.
   • For gastroscopy/colonoscopy patients taking blood thinners (Aspirin, Coumadin/Warfarin, Plavix, etc.), consult your doctor.
   • If taken within the last 7 days, biopsy may not be possible.
4. Female Patients
   • Tests (urine, cervical cancer) should be done 5–7 days after menstruation ends.
   • No intercourse or vaginal suppositories 24 hours before cervical cancer test.
   • For individuals who are breastfeeding, mammography and breast ultrasound examinations are restricted.
5. Pregnancy
   • If there is a possibility, confirm pregnancy before the check-up.
6. Please remove all accessories before your visit, as they may interfere with the examination.

On the Day of Your Check-up

1. Fasting
   • No food, water, gum, or smoking for at least 10 hours before the exam.
2. Blood Pressure Medication
   • Take 3 hours before the exam or immediately upon waking with a small sip of water.
   • If blood pressure is too high, endoscopy may not be performed.
3. Diabetes Medication
   • Insulin and diabetes medication should be taken after the check-up.
4. Sedated Endoscopy
   • 🚫 No driving after sedation.
   • The center is not responsible for accidents.
   • If you come by car and leave by public transport, parking fees are not covered.
5. Ultrasound (Prostate / Pelvic / Uterus)
   • Please come while holding your first morning urine.
6. Belongings
   • Do not bring valuables or accessories.
   • Avoid bringing children.
7. Allergies
   • If you had allergic reactions to medication in the past (e.g., contrast agents, anesthetics), inform the staff.