Lymphangiogram

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How to Prepare for the Test?

Inform the health care provider if you are pregnant, and if you have bleeding problems. Allergic reactions to X-ray contrast material or any iodine substance should be mentioned. You must sign a consent form. You may be asked to restrict your diet to clear liquids for a period of time before the test. You may wish to empty your bladder just before the test.

If you are undergoing lymphagiography for sentinel lymph node biopsy (in breast cancer and melanoma), you will need to prepare for the operating room. A surgeon and anesthesiologist will discuss how to prepare for the procedure.

Infants and children:
The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experiences, and level of trust. For specific information regarding how you can prepare your child, see the following topics as they correspond to your child's age:

• infant test or procedure preparation (birth to 1 year)
• toddler test or procedure preparation (1 to 3 years)
• preschooler test or procedure preparation (3 to 6 years)
• schoolage test or procedure preparation (6 to 12 years)
• adolescent test or procedure preparation (12 to 18 years)