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A nuclear medicine image or scan involves the intravenous
injection of a small amount of radioactive tracer. Following
a waiting period, which varies by procedure, a technologist
takes images from various angles. The radioactive drugs are
extremely low in concentration and few patients experience
any side effects or reactions. The exposure to radiation is
about that of a routine chest x-ray. Common nuclear studies
include bone scans, renal scans and stress tests. The
nuclear medicine department is equipped with 2 gamma
cameras, including a 2008 General Electric Infinia
multiple-dimension dual detector. |
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