If you are NOT getting contrast – Lab work is NOT required. Only if you are scheduled to receive contrast and only for the following reasons:
- Lab work (creatinine) is required for all contrasted studies for patients 60 and older.
- Lab work is required for all contrasted studies for any patient with the following medical history:
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Organ Transplant
- Diabetes
- Hypertension