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What is the side effects of nuclear medicine uptake on thyroid?
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No effect: Low radiation dose thyroid uptake test with radio tracer i123 or i131. Thyroid gland picks up the iodine tracer. I-123 has a shorter half life than i-131 (13 hrs vs. 8.1 days), so use of i-123 exposes the body to less radiation. Thyroid gland function not affected by scan. Should not have test if pregnant or breast feeding. Tests are for thyroid function determining hypo vs hyperthyroidism.
Answered 12/18/2013
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Radiation...: You will receive a small dose of radiation but the benefits of diagnosing your condition should outweigh the risks of the radiation.
Answered 12/21/2013
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