Bone pain
Looking for the area of active bone change when pain has not been explained by other tests.
Skeletal Imaging
Skeletal Imaging in Gurugram.
Bone scintigraphy to show active bone change across the skeleton.
Whole-body bone scans, three-phase scans, bone SPECT-CT and bone marrow imaging to help assess bone pain, injury, infection and spread of disease to the skeleton.
With Dr. Noaline Sinha, Nuclear Medicine & Radiotheranostics.
Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram
About Skeletal Imaging
Showing where boneis most active.
A bone scan uses a tracer that collects in areas where bone is changing. Because this can happen before changes are obvious on X-ray, it can show activity across the whole skeleton in one study. SPECT-CT adds detail about the exact location.
Whole-body & three-phase scans
A whole-body scan looks at the entire skeleton, while a three-phase scan adds early images of blood flow to a specific area.
SPECT-CT & marrow imaging
Bone SPECT-CT localises an abnormality precisely, and bone marrow scintigraphy looks at the distribution of marrow.
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.
Skeletal Imaging
4 studies
- Whole-Body Bone Scintigraphy
- Three-Phase Bone Scan
- Bone SPECT-CT
- Bone Marrow Scintigraphy
When It May Help
Supporting the assessment of bone problems.
Your treating doctor recommends imaging based on your symptoms and clinical needs.
Spread to bone
Checking the skeleton for involvement in people with cancers that can spread to bone.
Infection & inflammation
Three-phase imaging can help assess bone and joint infection or inflammation.
Injury & other bone conditions
Assessing stress injuries, fractures that are hard to see and other bone conditions, as advised by your doctor.
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 imaging
Bring the referral and earlier X-ray, MRI, CT or scan reports where available.
Hydration
You will usually be asked to drink plenty of fluids after the injection and to empty your bladder before imaging. The team will give you exact instructions.
Waiting between steps
Whole-body bone scans have a waiting period between the injection and the images. The team will tell you whether you can leave and return.
Metal items & recent tests
You may be asked to remove metal objects. Mention recent surgery, fractures or other scans using contrast or tracers.
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 bone scans.
Answers to questions patients often ask before a bone scan.
Still have questions?Speak to our team for guidance before your visit.
The tracer takes time to collect in the bones and for the rest to clear from the body, which gives clearer images. The team will explain the timing for your study.
It adds early images taken right after the injection that show blood flow to an area, followed by later images of the bone itself. It is used for specific questions such as infection or injury.
No. A bone scan shows bone activity rather than detailed structure, so it is often used together with X-ray, CT or MRI.
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
- Renal & Genitourinary Imaging
Hepatobiliary & Gastrointestinal 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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