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Types of Nuclear Medicine

Independent Imaging

Although the patient is exposed to radiation during the procedure, the test is considered safe because the amount of radiation used is comparable to that of a routine X-ray. This scan may be performed in order to check whether you have a suspected kidney obstruction or impaired function.

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AuntMinnie 2007: Gadolinium: A 'necessary factor' in the development of NSF?

AuntMinnie

For postreaction patients, various therapies are being tested, including oral steroids, synthetic vitamin D3 to slow skin growth, white blood cell radiation treatment to soften plaque, and plasmapheresis for blood purification. Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology , December 2006, Vol. It has to be millions," she explained.

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