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Salivary Gland Imaging

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Salivary Gland Imaging

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A salivary gland imaging is a nuclear medicine scan that is used to evaluate the function of the salivary glands. This scan is performed to detect and evaluate the duct patency, pain upon salivation, mass lesions, and preoperative localization of the tumor. This scan is also known as parotid gland scintigraphy.

Why is salivary gland imaging done?

* Detecting and evaluating the duct patency
If a patient experiences pain upon salivation, dry mouth
Evaluating the salivary gland swelling 
Diagnose/ Detect infection, inflammation, and obstruction.
Preoperative localization of tumor

Preparation for salivary gland imaging

No special preparation is needed for salivary gland imaging.

What is the procedure for Salivary gland imaging?

For this scan, the radiologist will give you an injection of a low-level radioactive marker and you will be asked to be positioned in front of a gamma scintillation camera. The gamma scintillation camera will detect the radiation and produces an image.

Cost of Salivary gland imaging

The Salivary gland imaging cost near me in Delhi ranges from INR 3,000 to INR 4,000.

Test Type Salivary Gland Imaging
Includes

Salivary Gland Imaging (Nuclear Medicine)

Preparation
  • Technologist asks you to remove your clothes.
  • You need to take off all kinds of metallic objects.
  • Notify technologist/radiologist/doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Notify technologist/radiologist/doctor if you are breastfeeding.
  • You may need to use an enema to clear your bowl before scanning for clear pictures. 
Reporting

Within 4-6 hours*

Test Price ₹ 3360 ₹ 4200
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