Contrast is a medicine that is used during certain imaging tests that help the doctor see specific parts of the body. There are a few different types, and in some cases patients need more than one type for a single scan. You may receive contrast through an IV before or during the scan. Getting contrast doesn't hurt, but it does feel cool going into the arm. Some patients report a metallic taste when receiving contrast, but lasts only a few minutes.
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