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Parathyroid Scan
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Understanding Parathyroid Scan
What is Parathyroid Scan?
The Parathyroid Scan is done to determine the function and health of the parathyroid gland. A radioactive liquid material is injected into the body. It is absorbed by an overactive (hyperactive) parathyroid, but not by healthy parathyroids. An overactive (hyperactive) gland that produces excessive hormone is picked up by the scan. The pictures or images are recorded by the camera and are then visually assessed to identify abnormalities.
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