Diagnostic nuclear imaging is used to evaluate diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and the hepatic-pancreatic-biliary system.
Acute vs. Chronic Cholecystitis
Biliary Atresia
At least 4 hours Fasting required.
Please bring the following:
Previous exams (CT scan, MRI, Biopsy, Ultrasound) if any
Should not have had IV morphine or similar pain medication 4 hours prior to the study.
Corresponding amount of radioisotope will be forfeited in case of same day cancellation and/ or no show. The procedure is allowed to be rescheduled if the patient or relative informs the department two (2) days before the procedure.
RADIATION PRECAUTION: Please avoid close contact with pregnant women and children below 13 years of age for at least 24 hours.
Evaluation of thyroid malignancies.
At least 3 to 4 hours Fasting required.
Please bring the following:
Previous exams (CT scan, MRI, Biopsy, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Colonoscopy) if any
Corresponding amount of radioisotope will be forfeited in case of same day cancellation and/ or no show. The procedure is allowed to be rescheduled if the patient or relative informs the department two (2) days before the procedure.
RADIATION PRECAUTION: Please avoid close contact with pregnant women and children below 13 years of age for at least 24 hours
If you have question on the procedures, please call (045) 625 2999 local 2475
