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Hepato-Biliary & Gastro-Intestinal
(Liver, Gall Bladder, Stomach, etc.)

	Biliary Scan
	Gastric Emptying Study
	G.I.Bleeding Scan
	Labeled R.B.C. Scan for Hemangioma
	Liver and Spleen Scan
	Meckels Diverticulum Scan

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Biliary Fill

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Billary Scan
You have been scheduled for a Biliary study which involves the use of a small amount of radioactive material. The level of radioactivity used is extremely low and has no side effects.

You will be positioned next to a special detector called a gamma camera. The camera does not produce any radiation. It will be placed close to the part of your body being imaged.

Patient Preparation
No food or drink 6 - 8 hours before the exam.

Procedure
A small amount of radioactive material will be injected into a vein in your arm. Painless images will be obtained for approximately 1 to 2 hours. Delayed images may be needed 3 to 4 hours later.