DTPA Scan for kidney with Gamma camera takes multiple images which increases the accuracy and precision of diagnosis and analyze the renal function.
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The full form of DTPA Scan is Diethylenetriamine Pentaacetic Acid renal scan
It is also called a Renal Scan, Renal Scintigraphy, Nuclear Renal Imaging, or Renogram DTPA.
Renal DTPA Scan or DTPA Renogram is a kidney diagnostic test that determines or detects the functioning and condition of the kidneys.
A DTPA scan for kidney is nuclear medicine test that uses nuclear radioactive material called a radio isotope that is injected into the body via vein. This radioactive material emits gamma rays in the kidney area which are detected by a gamma camera or scanner with a computer from outside the body.
With nuclear medicine imaging or DTPA renal imaging, it can find the cause of reduced kidney function. Also identifies the causes of reduce renal function like-
No special preparations required for renal scan.
Remove jewelry or metal objects prior to scan
Renal DTPA Scan is not recommended in pregnant women
In case of lactating women, patient should resume breastfeeding till doctor’s instruction.
The patient should take a lot of fluid or water and be well-hydrated prior to taking the scan.
Inform your doctor about your medical issues, medications and allergies prior to DTPA Scan.
The technician will inject the radiotracer via vein.
Right after the radiotracer injected Imaging will begin. Patient is required to stay still because any movement can blur the image the scanner creates.
A special gamma camera is used to track the radioactivity in kidney.
Renal Scan takes 45 minutes to 3 hours, based on the goals of the test.
Images of the scan are visible and stored in monitor that is connected to gamma camera.
Patient can get back to their normal activity, as the tracer is removed from your body naturally in urine.
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Kidney disease can be identified and kidney function accessed via renal DTPA screening. It involves giving radiopharmaceutical material intravenously in order to evaluate the kidneys' drainage pattern and identify any locations that aren't working properly.
Your healthcare provider may ask you to fast or cease certain medication before the DTPA renal scan. It is advisable to drink 1-2 liter of water prior to the test.
Inform your doctor about your medical history and condition prior to the scan. Tell your provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to certain medicines, latex, contrast dye or iodine.
The DTPA SCAN and DTPA RENOGRAM WITH GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate) costs vary by region and facility. The market price is above INR7000/- but with Ganesh Diagnostics you can get it for 50% discount.
