99mTc - Milk Scan
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Book your 99mTc-Milk Scan at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL- and NABH-accredited diagnostic centre. The use of milk labelled with Technetium-99m (99mTc) in this nuclear medicine study helps the doctor determine the flow of milk through the stomach and evaluate digestive disorders affecting stomach emptying. At our centre, radiation is used appropriately, and our expert nuclear medicine professionals use state-of-the-art imaging technology to carefully perform patients' scans and make an accurate report.
About 99mTc - Milk Scan
The 99mTc-Milk Scan is a nuclear medicine study to evaluate the flow and evacuation of milk from the stomach. The patient drinks a little bit of radioactive tracer mixed with milk. Then, a gamma camera takes images at regular time intervals. At Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, advanced nuclear medicine imaging is used to deliver functional information regarding gastric emptying and gastrointestinal movement.
What is a 99mTc - Milk Scan?
During a 99mTc-Milk Scan, the patient drinks milk that has some traces of a radioactive substance known as Technetium-99m (99mTc). The tracer is used to monitor the milk found in the stomach and gastrointestinal system as the milk moves through the tissue of these digestive organs. These images, which are taken over time, are used by doctors to assess whether it is delayed or quicker than the doctor expected.
Common Reasons for 99mTc - Milk Scan
- Suspected delayed gastric emptying
- Suspected gastroparesis
- Persistent nausea or vomiting
- Feeling full quickly after eating
- Unexplained bloating or abdominal discomfort
- Evaluation of gastric motility
- Follow-up of selected gastric disorders
Conditions Evaluated
Delayed Gastric Emptying
Helps assess whether milk remains in the stomach longer than expected.
Gastroparesis
Supports functional evaluation of delayed stomach emptying, which occurs with certain medical conditions.
Rapid Gastric Emptying
It helps identify unusually fast movement of gastric contents.
Gastric Motility Disorders
Provides functional information about stomach movement and emptying.
Who Should Consider This Scan?
Your doctor recommends a 99mTc-Milk Scan if you:
- Have persistent nausea or vomiting
- Experience early fullness after meals
- Have unexplained digestive symptoms
- Have suspected gastroparesis
- Need evaluation of gastric emptying
- Require functional assessment of gastric motility
Benefits of 99mTc - Milk Scan
- Provides functional information about gastric emptying
- Helps assess stomach motility
- Can identify delayed or rapid gastric emptying
- Supports diagnosis and treatment planning
- Non-invasive nuclear medicine examination
- Performed by trained nuclear medicine professionals
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
- Experienced Nuclear Medicine Specialists
- Advanced Nuclear Medicine Imaging Technology
- NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
- Accurate and reliable reporting
- Appropriate radiation safety protocols
- Affordable and transparent pricing
- Comprehensive Nuclear Medicine, Radiology, and Pathology services under one roof
Book Your 99mTc - Milk Scan
Make your appointment for 99mTc - Milk Scan at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Our nuclear medicine team offers functional gastrointestinal imaging with all the appropriate safety measures to help doctors assess gastric emptying, motility disorders, and associated gastrointestinal disorders.
Test information: Fasting is required for 6-8 hours before the scan.
Reporting: Within 24 hours*
- Fasting is usually required before the 99mTc-Milk Scan. Follow the fasting duration provided by your doctor or nuclear medicine team.
- The scan involves consuming milk containing a small amount of 99mTc radiotracer, so follow the instructions regarding the test meal carefully.
- Inform the nuclear medicine team if you have Diabetes or any gastrointestinal disorder.
- Tell the doctor about any medicines that may affect gastric emptying or stomach motility.
- Do not stop or change any prescribed medicine unless advised by your doctor.
- Inform the team if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
- Bring previous gastrointestinal investigations, gastric emptying studies, or relevant medical reports if available.
- Follow all specific preparation instructions provided by your doctor or nuclear medicine team.
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