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Most ultrasound exams require no preparation, with a few exceptions: 1  For some ultrasound exams, such as of the gallbladder, your doctor may ask that you not eat or drink for up to 6 hours before the exam.
Liver Ultrasound Preparation guidelines. 1  Do not drink or eat at least 6 hours before the test. 2  On the day before the test, do not eat â fresh fruits and vegetables, fried and oily food, milk, eggs, bread. 3  What you should eat â cooked vegetables, puree, marmalade, honey, roasted bread, soup, and rice.