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 To evaluate the
gallbladder and biliary ducts for obstruction.
When you were referred by your physician
for a radiological exam, you may have been told about certain
instructions to be done prior to the exam, or when you were scheduling
your appointment, the scheduler should have informed you about the
preparations that should be done prior to your exam. If you did not or
if you want a recheck, you can refer to the information listed below.
Keep in mind that you may have been given
some additional or different instructions, based on your own particular
circumstances. If you have any questions, please call our hotline 16171 or (202) 3336-3310 (Mohandeseen),
(202) 2417 5556 (Heliopolis) or (202) 2528 4888 (Maadi) to speak with a
radiologist . It is best to call between 10
a.m. and 10 p.m., Saturday through Thursday.
Instructions
Do not eat or drink anything for six hours prior to the test.
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You will receive an
injection of a small amount of a radioactive tracer in one of the veins
located in your arm. This radioactive tracer will be excreted by the
liver into the biliary tree.
You will be laying down comfortably on your back for the test. A Gamma
Camera, positioned over your abdomen, will be taking images for a
minimum of 60 minutes. Radiologists will then evaluate your scan and may
need additional images to accurately rule out or confirm an obstruction.
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You may resume
your normal lifestyle.
The radiologist's report of the results will be ready within 24 hours.
Your doctor will discuss the results of the test with you.
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Please call our hotline
16171 or (202) 3336-3310 (Mohandeseen), (202) 2417 5556 (Heliopolis) or
(202) 2528 4888 (Maadi) to speak with a radiologist if you have any
questions. It is best to call between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m., Saturday
through Thursday.
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