Based on a clinical evaluation, your doctor may recommend a nuclear medicine gallium-67 inflammation or tumor scan to confirm suspected inflammation or tumor. We hope this introductory brochure will help you understand this scan better.
Procedure for the study
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No fasting or any other preparation is required prior to the scan; however, some patients may need to take a mild laxative the day before the scan. This will improve the quality of the image.
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Our medical staff will inject a tracer into your vein.
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After the injection, our medical staff will schedule a return appointment, at least two days apart. While you are waiting, you could leave the Department of Nuclear Medicine and go home.
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At the time of your scheduled scan, please wait momentarily in front of the scanning room. The scan usually takes 30 minutes.
Things to keep in mind
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Notify our medical staff if you are pregnant because the procedure is inappropriate for your condition.
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Patients who are currently breast-feeding their children should stop at least four weeks after injection because gallium-67 may be secreted through breast milk.
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Do your best to remain still during the scan. There are no special precautions or complications like allergy and alike.
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