Salem Hospital: Imaging: Nuclear Medicine: Meckels Scan

Meckels Scan
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Exam preparation
	You are allowed to have clear liquids only for 6 hours prior to your appointment time.
	Barium in your gut area effects the results of this exam. If you have had any barium studies 3 – 4 days before your appointment, please notify the appointment desk at 503.561.5293.
	To perform this exam, we must give you a small amount of radioactive materials. Tell your doctor if you might be pregnant, if you are pregnant, or if you are a nursing mother.

	Imaging procedures
	Meckels Scan
	Exam preparations
	The exam
	Possible side effects and risks
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