A Gallium scan is a type of imaging test that helps doctors detect cancer, infections, or inflammation in the body. During the procedure, a small amount of a radioactive substance is injected into your bloodstream. This substance, called gallium, travels to areas of your body where there's inflammation or infection. A special camera then captures detailed images of these areas, helping doctors identify any issues.
Using a gallium scan, you can determine the following:
When a person develops a fever for an unidentified reason, the test is frequently utilized. After the therapy, it routinely searches for any leftover cancer cells.
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Get A Second OpinionIf gallium is detected outside the usual areas, it may indicate:
The test is also commonly used to check for lung-related issues, such as:
The test can be impacted by bowel feces. The night before the exam, you might need to take a laxative. You might also have an enema one to two hours before the exam. You can eat and drink liquids.
A consent form needs to be signed by you. Before the exam, you must remove any jewelry and metal items.This helps ensure the test results aren’t affected by stool in the intestines.
If you're pregnant, think you might be pregnant or are breastfeeding, be sure to inform your doctor.
Purpose of gallium scan tests involving radiation is generally not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, and it's best to avoid them for very young children when possible.
There is very little risk of radiation exposure. This risk is lower than that associated with CT or X-rays. If at all possible, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young infants should avoid radiation exposure.
A gallium scan procedure is very safe , but like any medical test, it comes with some risks. These are rare and may include:
The risks of a gallium scan may vary based on your age and other health conditions, so it’s important to discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider. Pregnant women should avoid the scan if possible, as it may not be safe for the developing baby.
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Book an AppointmentGallium detected outside normal areas can be a sign of:
The test may be done to look for lung conditions such as:
A gallium scan won't always detect all tumors. The scan could reveal inflammatory lesions, such as recent surgical scars. But they don't always mean you have an infection.
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Smoking, secondhand smoke inhalation, fever, or rapid breathing can all have an impact on test results.
For an adult, use a 20-gauge, 2.5-inch needle for a femoral sample and a 22-gauge, 1.25-inch needle for a radial artery puncture with an ABG syringe. A 23 gauge or a 25 gauge needle can also be utilized.
No additive in the red top tube.
The sample can be collected by inserting a catheter into an artery or by puncturing an artery using a needle and syringe.
The Radial Artery.
An arterial blood gasses (ABG) test determines the acidity (pH) and amounts of oxygen and carbon dioxide in artery blood.
Intermittent arterial blood gas analyses should be performed up to every 10 minutes.
A change in Fio2 may take at least 30 minutes.
ABG sampling contraindications.
To look for severe respiratory and lung disorders such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD), or obstructive sleep apnea.
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