DTPA Renal Scan

Renal Dynamic Scan is a nuclear medicine test that uses nuclear radioactive material to examine your kidneys and assess kidney functions. It is also known as renal scintigraphy or nuclear renal imaging; or a renogram.

Purpose of the Renal DTPA Scan?

A renal DTPA Scan identifies the problem with the function of the kidneys. It is a very effective test to know the differential renal functioning of both kidneys and to know if there is any obstruction or hydronephrosis.

How should one prepare?

• No preparation is required.
• No fasting is required but keep yourself hydrated.
• The doctor may give you special instructions in case of medication, as it affects the result of the scan.

Documents required

• Previous medical records
• DTPA renal scan and KFT report if any

What will you experience during the scan?

• Before the scan, you will be asked to void.
• Lie down still under the scanner
• The technician will give you an injection and will experience a slight prick at the injection site when the radiotracer is injected.
• The scanning procedure usually takes 30 mins.
• Depending upon the case, delayed images will be taken for 2 to 4 hours

Post Scan Instructions

• Please drink plenty of fluids to eliminate the medicine or Radionuclide from the body.
• Maintain distance from pregnant ladies and children at least for 24 hours.
• Breastfeeding mothers are not allowed to feed at least for 24 hours.
• You can continue taking your medication which was advised to stop(if any).

Renal Dynamic Results

The size and shape of kidneys influence the results.

Abnormal results of a renal scan indicate diseases of the kidney, presence of cysts or tumours, blockage of renal arteries due to injury or trauma, inflammation of the kidney, renovascular hypertension, failure of kidney, problem with kidney transplant and many more.

Cost of Renal DTPA Scan in Delhi

The Best quality Renal DTPA Scan cost in Delhi typically ranges from INR 4,000 to INR 9500 depending on the diagnostic centers. You are always suggested to reach the certified diagnostic center for a quality scan with 100% accuracy of the report, irrespective of the cost.