General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
It is frequently applied to understand whether thyroid nodules are toxic (hot) or non-functioning (cold) (Thyroid Scintigraphy), to screen whether cancer has spread to the bones (Bone Scintigraphy), and to measure the blood supply functions of the kidneys (Renal/DMSA Scintigraphy).
The dose of the radioactive substance administered is within diagnostic limits and generally contains radiation equivalent to standard X-ray examinations. The drug is excreted through urine within hours after the scan. It is important to drink plenty of water on the day of the scan.
Because it involves radiation, it is not routinely performed on pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. If an extremely urgent diagnosis is required, breastfeeding mothers are asked to pump their milk after the scan and not give it to their babies for 24-48 hours.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
