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How often can nuclear stress test be safely repeated, would doing two tests in 4 month be safe. any radiations concerns. ?

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Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Specializes in Radiology

No sig danger: The amount of radiation is pretty minimal. If its indicated, it should be fine but why repeat it after only 4 months?

Dr Wosnitzer agreed

Answered 10/3/2015

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A member asked:

How often can nuclear stress test be safely repeated, would doing two tests in 4 month be safe. any radiations concerns. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anthony Filly answered

Dr Wosnitzer agreed

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