Isotope imaging
Isotope Imaging is an imaging technique that uses radioactive gamma emitting radiation and computers to generate images of various parts of the body. The doses administered are strictly governed by a radioactive licence, so that doses are kept as low as possible. The Isotope department is situated on the HRI site, and is open Monday to Friday 9-5 pm. Radioactive doses are made to order for each specific patient from the Pharmacy department.
What we scan
Lung scanning
Bones for oncology staging, orthopaedics, rheumatology
Breast sentinel nodes imaging prior to surgery
Gastric emptying, meckels diverticulum
Lymphatic system
Thyroid, parathyroid scans
Paediatrics
Renal scanning
Myocardial Perfusion Scanning
Gall bladder scans
Where to find us
HRI in the Main Xray Department , Lower Ground Floor
Who to Contact
Jayne Gensale, Team lead 01484 342085
Ellen Howie, Service Lead 01484 355591
Waiting Times
Fast Tracks within 2 weeks
Non urgent within 6 weeks