Nuclear Medicine procedures provide information about the anatomy of the body and the function of its organs.

After the administration of the radioactive substance, the nuclear medicine scan can be performed either immediately, or after a circulation period. The circulation time varies depending on the area being studied.

A special detector, called a gamma camera, is used to image the body part being studied. The camera detects the radioactive substance that was injected. This is collected by a computer and a digital image is produced that can be manipulated and stored.

PREPARATION:

How to prepare varies depending on the exam being given. Your technologist will contact you if there is preparation for your exam.