Prep before the Examination

• Pregnant or possibility of being pregnant cannot have this procedure. Please inform your care provider in advance.
• Fasting is required for 3-4 hours.
• This procedure takes 90 minutes. It is recommended to use the restroom beforehand to avoid interruption of the procedure.  

Examination Method

• Finish eating two pieces of white toasts and one egg within 10-15 minutes. Do not eat the food or seasonings you bring.
• The radioactive isotope is tagged in side the egg. If you cannot finish all the food, please make sure you finish the egg.
• The examination time is about 90 minutes.
• Patients may leave when the procedure is completed.

Cautions

• If there is a possibility of being pregnant, do not undergo this procedure. Please inform your care provider in advance.
• Do not move during the procedure to enhance image quality.
• Please avoid contact with babies and pregnant women the day you receive the low dose radioactive isotope injection. No obvious side effects will occur when in touch with babies and pregnant women. Please do not worry.