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Thyroid Uptake and Scan: How to prepare - 06/2023

Thyroid Uptake and Scan: How to prepare
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Abstract

This handout tells how to prepare for a thyroid uptake and scan, a nuclear medicine exam that is used to study the structure and function of the thyroid. Included are how the exam works, how it is done, what to expect during the exam, and how to get the test results.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2005
Revision Date
06/2023
General Subject
Diagnostic Tests
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Radiology
Thyroid Function Tests
Languages
Chinese
English
Korean
Record ID
3442