Gallbladder & bile ducts
HIDA scans can help assess gallbladder function and bile flow, including when a blockage or leak is suspected.
Hepatobiliary & Gastrointestinal Imaging
Hepatobiliary & Gastrointestinal Imaging in Gurugram.
Functional imaging of the liver, gallbladder and digestive tract.
Hepatobiliary scans, gastric emptying studies, bleeding localisation and liver imaging to assess how these organs work and where problems arise.
With Dr. Noaline Sinha, Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics.
Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram
About Hepatobiliary & GI Imaging
Showing how the liver and gutare working.
Nuclear medicine follows a tracer as it moves through the liver and bile ducts, or as a meal passes through the stomach and gut. This shows how well these organs work, which a structural scan cannot always do.
Liver, bile & gallbladder
HIDA scans show bile flow and gallbladder function, and liver and spleen studies assess the organs and their blood supply.
Digestive tract
Gastric emptying, reflux and transit studies show how food and fluid move, and bleeding and Meckel’s scans help locate a source of bleeding.
Your doctor will advise which study is appropriate for your clinical 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.
Hepatobiliary & Gastrointestinal Imaging
8 studies
- Hepatobiliary Scintigraphy (HIDA / Mebrofenin)
- Liver and Spleen Scintigraphy
- Liver Blood Pool SPECT-CT
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding Scintigraphy
- Meckel’s Diverticulum Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scintigraphy
- Gastro-oesophageal Reflux and Oesophageal Transit Studies
- ⁹⁹ᵐTc-MAA Hepatic Perfusion and Lung Shunt Fraction Assessment for TARE Planning
When It May Help
Supporting care for liver and digestive conditions.
Your doctor recommends imaging based on your symptoms and clinical needs.
Slow stomach emptying
Gastric emptying studies measure how quickly a meal leaves the stomach.
Locating bleeding
Bleeding and Meckel’s diverticulum scans can help find the source when gastrointestinal bleeding is suspected.
Planning liver therapy
MAA studies assess liver blood supply and lung shunting before transarterial radioembolisation (TARE).
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 ultrasound, CT, endoscopy and blood test reports where available.
Fasting
Hepatobiliary and gastric emptying studies typically need fasting beforehand, and the duration depends on the study. The team will give you exact instructions.
Medicines
Some medicines, such as those that change gut movement, can affect these studies. The team will advise you, and you should not stop any on your own.
Recent tests & procedures
Mention recent barium studies, endoscopy, surgery or other scans, as they can affect the study.
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 abdominal scans.
Answers to questions patients often ask before a liver or digestive study.
Still have questions?Speak to our team for guidance before your visit.
For many of these studies an empty stomach is needed so the tracer moves normally and the images can be read correctly. The team will tell you how long to fast for your study.
You eat a small test meal that contains a tracer, and images are taken over a period of time to see how quickly the meal leaves the stomach. The team will explain the timing for your study.
It follows a tracer through the liver and bile ducts to show how bile flows and whether the gallbladder works normally. Your doctor decides when it is needed.
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
Endocrine 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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