Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary Study and Its Price

Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study is a nuclear medicine imaging that is used to evaluate the parts of the biliary system such as the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. It uses a very small amount of radioactive material to give a clear image for precise diagnoses and evaluation of various gastrointestinal diseases. It helps the doctor in finding the disease in its earliest stages.

Why is a Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study performed?

• To evaluate gastrointestinal disorders that affect cells of the liver, biliary system duct and the gallbladder.
• To diagnose abdominal pain because of a sudden inflammation of the gallbladder
• If having Pain following the surgery of the upper gastrointestinal tract
• If having pain following the surgery of gallbladder
• In case of blockage in the ducts that carry bile from the liver to the gallbladder

How is a Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study performed?

Nuclear medicine Radiologist will explain the whole procedure.

How one can prepare for a Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study?

• You will get detailed instructions to make the procedure easy and stress-free for you before undergoing the scan.
• Fasting of minimum 6-8hours required for the scan.
• Avoid any scan that uses barium for 48hours before the exam.
• Notify your doctor in case you are pregnant/ breastfeeding/ taking medicine/ have an allergy
• You will be asked to remove the jewellery as it may interrupt the scan and change the clothes into a patient gown for the scanning procedure.
• Medical history is required. 

Cost of the Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study in Delhi

The cost of a Gastroenterology Hepatobiliary study near me in Delhi ranges from INR 4000 to INR 12000.