Renogram; Kidney scan
There is a slight amount of radiation from the radioisotope. Most of this radiation exposure occurs to the kidneys and bladder as the isotope is removed from the body. Virtually all radiation is gone from the body in 24 hours. However, because of the slight exposure to radiation, caution is advised if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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The term "renal" refers to the kidney. For example, renal failure means kidney failure. Related topics: Kidney disease ... Read more »
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End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is that stage of kidney impairment which is irreversible, cannot be controlled by conservative management alone, and... Read more »
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Renal arteriography is a special x-ray of the blood vessels of the kidneys.Renal arteriography is also called renal angiography.See also: Renal... Read more »
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Renal artery stenosis is a narrowing or blockage of the artery that supplies blood tothe kidney. It iscaused by atherosclerosis, fibromuscular... Read more »
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Distal renal tubular acidosis is a disease that occurs when the kidneys don't remove acid properly into the urine, leaving the blood too acidic... Read more »