A member asked:

My doctor a ordered gastric emptying test. i am worried about side effects of the radioactive tracer because my body is very sensitive to many things. i was told the radioactive tracer is tc99msulfurcollide. is this safe for people like me?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, it is a safe test, the amount of exposed radiation with the test is negligible and immediate side effect after drinking the formula is rare.

Answered 11/3/2022

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