Radioisotope tracers injected into veins can be used to visualize various organ systems and pathologic processes in the body. The tracers travel through the body and a special �gamma camera� is used to detect the tracer and produce medical images. Nuclear medicine is an extraordinary medical tool. It�s reliable, painless, and low-risk.

Hepatobiliary Scan instructions:

• Do not eat or drink for 5 hours prior to the exam except for water.

Thyroid Uptake instructions:

• Do not eat seafood for 72 hours prior to the exam.
• Do not eat or drink anything 4 hours prior to the exam except for water.

For other Nuclear Radiology Exams:

• No preparation is required.

Important Note:

• A written referral order is absolutely required at the time of service. Please obtain this from your doctor and bring it with you.