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A 36-year-old female asked:

Abd pain, nausea for months. med history includes lupus.md wants to look at gall bladder,etc ordered nm pet scan. is that the same thing as hida scan?

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Dr. Al Hegabanswered

Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience

Almost: Used to assess function and structure of hepatobiliary tract (including gallbladder), wish you all the best

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