Preferably perform scintigraphy before radiological examinations with iodinated contrast. If you have already had a radiological examination, the scintigraphy should be scheduled after at least 2 weeks.
If you have recently had a blood transfusion, schedule the test after 2 weeks or more.
Nuclear medicine exams are not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Do not forget to bring the imaging tests related to the disease to be investigated.
HOW IS THE EXAM PERFORMED?
After filling out the registration form, the patient will undergo a brief clinical interview to check their data and exam preparations and then be sent to the injection room. A peripheral vein, preferably in the forearm, will be punctured for the administration of the first drug. After this step, the patient must wait 20 minutes for the administration of the second drug (radioactive substance), also intravenously. After the injections, the patient will be sent to the exam room, where they will be positioned on the device’s gurney. Electrodes will be affixed to the chest and the patient should remain lying down for about 30 to 40 minutes to acquire images synchronized with the electrocardiogram.
At the end of the exam, the patient will be discharged without any restrictions.
Note: in some cases, the radioactive drug will be injected while in the exam room.
OE 005 – Version: 06/2024
Made by: DIMEN Technical Team
PREPARATION
Fasting is not necessary.
Avoid intense physical activity the day before the exam.
Withhold the following medications before the exam (only with your doctor’s permission):
Preferably perform scintigraphy before radiological examinations with iodinated contrast. If you have already had a radiological examination, the scintigraphy should be scheduled after at least 2 weeks.
If you have recently had a blood transfusion, schedule the test after 2 weeks or more.
Nuclear medicine exams are not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Do not forget to bring the imaging tests related to the disease to be investigated.
HOW IS THE EXAM PERFORMED?
After filling out the registration form, the patient will undergo a brief clinical interview to check their data and exam preparations and then be sent to the injection room. A peripheral vein, preferably in the forearm, will be punctured for the administration of the first drug. After this step, the patient must wait 20 minutes for the administration of the second drug (radioactive substance), also intravenously. After the injections, the patient will be sent to the exam room, where they will be positioned on the device’s gurney. Electrodes will be affixed to the chest and the patient should remain lying down for about 30 to 40 minutes to acquire images synchronized with the electrocardiogram.
At the end of the exam, the patient will be discharged without any restrictions.
Note: in some cases, the radioactive drug will be injected while in the exam room.
