What if it hurts to lie in certain positions?

If you have difficulty with certain positions (for example if you have a bad back or hip), please just ask the technologist if anything can be done to help you be more comfortable. Frequently simple changes in position or a well placed pillow is all it takes to help keep patients comfortable during their test.

Is a Peripheral Arterial Exam safe?

The exam you will have has no known risks. There are no x-rays used and there are no side-effects from a Peripheral Arterial Exam.

When and how will I learn the results of my test?

Please check with your doctor's office to find out how the test results will be communicated to you.

What will a Peripheral Arterial Study tell my doctor?

Some of the many things your doctor may have ordered your Peripheral Arterial Exam to learn about include:

  • if the circulation of blood to your arms and/or legs is normal or if decreased, how much so
  • if you have plaque build-up in your arteries
  • if any symptoms you might have had (such as pain or cramping in your legs) might be due to artery blockages
  • if you have plaque build-up that has been previously diagnosed, to follow-up after treatment

    • Links to some additional information sources.

    Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

    The American Heart Association

    Peripheral Artery Disease FAQs

    About Our Qualifications

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