Esophagram/UGI Exams

What to Expect

• Exam will take approximately 30 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.
• 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 physician.

Preparation

• Do not eat or drink after midnight.

Hours of Operation

• Radiology Scheduling: (330) 674-1584 extension 4124
• Scheduled Monday-Friday in the mornings.