Micturition study
NHS Borders
Department of Nuclear Medicine
Borders General Hospital
Melrose
TD6 9BS
Telephone: 01896 826432
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Nuclear medicine
Nuclear medicine scans use radioactive tracers to show the structure and functions of the organs in the body.
A Gamma Camera and computer are used to produce the scans. These are then processed and images prepared from which the Radiologist prepares a report for your doctor.
Before
- It would be helpful if you could drink plenty of fluids before your scan
- You do not need to have a full bladder
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding please telephone us as soon as possible
After
You will be asked to avoid close contact with children and pregnant women for 24 hours after the scan.
Micturition study
This examination is to demonstrate whether you may be suffering from urinary reflux. This is when there is a
reverse flow of urine from the bladder to the kidneys.
When you arrive a radiographer will give you an injection in your arm. There will then be a delay of about 30
minutes, after which we will take some images as you empty your bladder.
Results
The results of your scan will be sent to the doctor or consultant who requested it.