Esophagram/UGI Exams

What to Expect

• Exam will take approximately 45 minutes
• You will need to remove everything from the waist up and wear a gown.
• The radiologist will have you drink an oral substance called barium and have you turn different ways on the x-ray table as you drink the barium. You may have to swallow a barium pill. You will be given a seltzer-like drink prior to drinking the barium. 
• Technologist will take pictures after the radiologist is done.
• Your test will be interpreted by a board certified radiologist.
• The results of your test will be faxed to your ordering provider.

Preparation

• Do not eat or drink after midnight.