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Cardiac catheterisation laboratory (cath lab)

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Patient information about the cath lab.

See general cardiology and team information.

Preparing for the cath lab

  • welcome to the cath lab
  • information about the procedures
  • preparing for the day
  • arrangements for the day
  • commonly asked questions
  • how the day will go
  • risks of the procedure
  • further information
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Cath lab patient information (video)

What to expect when you visit the GE Innova cardiac catheterisation laboratory (cath lab) at Raigmore Hospital.

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Last updated: 14 November 2025