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Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is used to highlight how your body is functioning so that issues can easily be identified and diagnosed.
What is Nuclear Medicine?
What can I expect in a Nuclear medicine test?
About Your Test
Before your appointment
You will need a referral from your doctor to make an appointment.
Upon receiving your referral, our Bookings Team will be able to help assist you in finding a time that works for you to have your test done.
You will need to book in for imaging using Nuclear Medicine with a referral from your doctor. Our friendly booking team will advise you at the time of booking on how to prepare for your appointment.
On the day
Preparation is dependent on the type of exam being performed. Depending on the body part being examined, you may be required to wear a gown provided to you.
The length of the test will vary depending on which procedure is being undertaken.
After your appointment
After your scan you can go about your day as normal. Any radiopharmaceutical remaining in your body will be quickly expelled by the body.
Your images will be looked over by our Radiologists and a secure report and copy of the images will be provided to your referring practitioner. We will also provide you with a printed copy to take with you to your next appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our friendly radiography team will clearly explain what you have to do during the appointment, including administering of the radiopharmaceutical.
Prior to your scan and to ensure optimal imaging, you may be asked to change into a gown. A change cubicle will be provided to ensure your privacy and you will be asked to bring your belongings will you, carry baskets are provided. You will be asked to place your belongings in a suitable location within the room for the duration of your scan. After your scan, you will be provided with a change cubicle to ensure your privacy. Please ensure you have all your belongings with you prior to leaving the department. If you accidentally leave anything behind, please contact our staff to advise and we will endeavour to locate your belongings and return them to you.
Your images and report are provided through a secure online system to your doctor or healthcare provider. We will also provide you with a printed copy to bring to your next appointment.
Our friendly reception staff will advise you on the cost of your procedure at the time of your booking. If your exam is Medicare eligible, you will be bulk billed.
