At the hospital, you will lie on the X-ray table and will be asked to assume various positions. Then you may be asked to drink a high-fat formula that will cause the gallbladder to contract and release some bile . X-rays will then be taken at timed intervals. How The Test Will Feel There is no discomfort from the test. One will be hungry and thirsty.
Some people experience side effects from the contrast material.
There is a slight chance of developing some diarrhea . After taking the tablets, consume no fluids until after the test. The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experience, and level of trust. The X-ray will show normal structures for the age of the patient. If there is a history of severe kidney or lung damage, one is at an increased risk of injury or side effects from the procedure.