Nuclear medicine imaging

It is used to assess the heart, thyroid, bones, heart, kidneys and various organ systems. Nuclear medicine helps detect inflammation, assess organ function, monitor therapy response and evaluate conditions such as tumors or metabolic disorders.

1. Medical review

We review your medical history, allergies and medications to select the appropriate tracer and ensure safe examination.

2. Arrival and preparation

A small amount of tracer is injected, swallowed or inhaled depending on the organ being examined. It is well tolerated and has minimal side effects.

3. Uptake phase

There is a waiting period while the tracer distributes within the body. The timing depends on the type of examination.

4. Imaging

You lie comfortably while the gamma camera or SPECT/CT system captures images of the tracer distribution. The exam is painless.

5. After the exam

You can return to normal activities immediately. Drinking water helps eliminate the tracer naturally. Your doctor receives the results.

Assessment of myocardial perfusion 
Nuclear cardiology evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle (e.g., myocardial perfusion imaging), helping detect coronary artery disease, ischemia, and infarction—often before symptoms become severe.

Evaluation of myocardial viability 
It distinguishes viable but dysfunctional myocardium from scar tissue, guiding decisions about revascularization (angioplasty or bypass surgery).

Risk stratification and prognosis 
Nuclear studies help predict the risk of future cardiac events, supporting better clinical decision-making and long-term management.

Measurement of cardiac function 
Techniques such as gated SPECT or PET provide accurate assessment of ventricular function, including ejection fraction and wall motion.

Detection of inflammation and infiltration 
Nuclear imaging can identify conditions like cardiac sarcoidosis, myocarditis, and amyloidosis that may be difficult to diagnose with conventional imaging.

Monitoring therapy effectiveness 
It allows evaluation of how well medical or interventional treatments are working over time.