Overactive thyroid
Scintigraphy and uptake studies help show the cause of an overactive thyroid and guide treatment choices.
Endocrine Imaging
Endocrine Imaging in Gurugram.
Imaging of the thyroid, parathyroid and other endocrine tissue.
Thyroid scans, radioiodine uptake, parathyroid imaging and receptor-based studies to assess overactive glands and endocrine tumours.
With Dr. Noaline Sinha, Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics.
Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram
About Endocrine Imaging
Showing how glandstake up and use tracer.
Thyroid and parathyroid tissue take up specific tracers in proportion to how active they are, and some endocrine tumours take up MIBG or octreotide. Nuclear medicine uses this to show activity as well as location.
Thyroid & parathyroid
Thyroid scintigraphy and uptake studies assess overactive or underactive tissue, and parathyroid SPECT-CT helps locate an overactive gland.
Whole-body & tumour imaging
¹³¹I whole-body scans, ¹³¹I-MIBG and ⁹⁹ᵐTc-octreotide imaging help assess thyroid cancer and certain neuroendocrine tumours.
Your doctor will advise which study is appropriate for your clinical question.
Have a question?
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Studies Included
Studies offered.
Each study is chosen to match the clinical question. This list is provided for patients and for referring clinicians.
Endocrine Imaging
6 studies
- Thyroid Scintigraphy
- Radioiodine Uptake Studies
- ¹³¹I Whole-Body Scintigraphy
- Parathyroid Scintigraphy with SPECT-CT
- ¹³¹I-MIBG Whole-Body Scintigraphy
- ⁹⁹ᵐTc-Octreotide Scintigraphy
When It May Help
Supporting care for endocrine conditions.
Your endocrinologist or treating doctor recommends imaging based on your clinical needs.
Thyroid nodules
Scintigraphy can show whether a nodule is taking up tracer, as part of a wider assessment.
Parathyroid disease
SPECT-CT helps locate an overactive parathyroid gland before surgery.
Thyroid cancer & endocrine tumours
Whole-body ¹³¹I, MIBG and octreotide studies can help assess disease after treatment or in selected tumours.
Your Visit, Step by Step
Know what to expect. Feel more prepared.
What happens during a gamma camera or SPECT-CT visit.
- 01
Check-in & review
The team reviews your referral and relevant medical history.
- 02
Tracer & rest
A tracer is administered, followed by a resting period.
- 03
Your scan
You lie on the scanner table while images are acquired.
- 04
After your visit
The team explains the next steps and reporting process.
The exact process depends on your scan and clinical needs.
Before Your Visit
Preparing for your visit.Simple steps.
What to discuss with the team
Your referral & previous reports
Bring the referral and earlier thyroid function tests, ultrasound and scan reports where available.
Thyroid medicines
Antithyroid medicines and thyroid hormone can affect these studies. Do not stop any unless your doctor advises.
Iodine exposure
Tell the team about recent CT or other contrast injections, iodine-containing medicines, supplements or foods. Some studies need a period without iodine, which the team will explain.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding & allergies
Let the team know before your appointment.
Guidance tailored to you
Preparation varies by study. Contact the team if you are unsure about any instruction.
For Referring Clinicians
Referring a patient to our team.
A short guide for referring doctors.
- 1
What to include
The clinical question, relevant history, biochemistry or histology where available, and previous imaging reports.
- 2
Choosing the study
The studies listed on this page are chosen to match the clinical question. If you are unsure which is most appropriate, we are happy to help.
- 3
Reporting
Studies are reported by a nuclear medicine physician, and findings can be discussed with the referring team.
- 4
Discussing a case first
Call or write before referring if you would like to discuss suitability or timing.
Questions before you refer? Contact Dr. Sinha directly.
Your consultant
ConsultDr. Noaline Sinha.
Chairperson of the Department of Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics, with over 25 years in molecular imaging and radionuclide therapy.
Experience
Over 25 years in nuclear medicine, leading the Department of Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics.
Radiation safety
Certified Radiation Safety Officer (RSO-II) by the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board.
Collaborative practice
Works alongside referring and treating clinicians on every case.
Dr. Noaline Sinha
Chairperson, Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics
FAQs
Common questionsabout endocrine scans.
Answers to questions patients often ask before a thyroid or endocrine study.
Still have questions?Speak to our team for guidance before your visit.
Contrast agents contain iodine, which can affect radioiodine and some thyroid studies. Tell the team about any recent contrast so they can advise on timing.
Do not stop or change any medicine unless your doctor advises. Tell the team what you take and they will tell you if anything needs to change.
Radioiodine needs extra care in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Tell the team before booking so they can advise on suitability and alternatives.
The time varies by study. The team will tell you what to expect when arranging your appointment.
Nuclear medicine studies use a small amount of radioactivity and the team follows radiation safety practices. Tell the team if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or think you might be.
Your referring doctor will usually discuss the findings with you. Contact the team about when your report will be available.
More Services
Explore our other services.
Imaging and therapy services offered by the department.
- Oncology & Molecular Imaging
Neurological PET-CT
Cardiac PET-CT
Infection, Inflammation & Skeletal Imaging- Cardiac Nuclear Medicine
- Neurological Imaging
Skeletal Imaging
Renal & Genitourinary Imaging
Hepatobiliary & Gastrointestinal Imaging- Pulmonary Imaging
- Infection, Lymphatic & Other Imaging
- Radioiodine Therapy
Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT)
Prostate Cancer Theranostics
Other Targeted Radionuclide Therapies
Therapy Planning, Imaging & Dosimetry
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