Milk Scan Procedure
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MILK SCAN
A Milk Scan or Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) Scan is a nuclear medicine test used to evaluate gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) and gastric emptying in infants and children. It involves feeding the patient a small amount of milk or formula mixed with a radioactive tracer, which is then tracked using a gamma camera. This scan helps assess reflux severity, detect aspiration risks, and determine gastric motility issues. It is a safe, non-invasive procedure that provides valuable insights for diagnosing digestive disorders.
Procedure For Milk Scan
- Appointment Booking: Schedule an appointment 1 day prior.
- On-Day Registration: On the day of the appointment, get registered on the floor.
- Medicine Preparation: After registration, the medicine will be prepared. This process takes about 20-30 minutes.
- Medicine Administration: The prepared medicine will be mixed with milk or milk powder and given to the baby.
- Waiting Period: After administering the medicine, the baby should wait for 20-30 minutes
- First Scan: A scan will be conducted, which takes about 20 minutes.
- Extended Waiting Period: Post-scan, wait for a period of 45 minutes to 3 hours. The exact duration depends on individual cases.
- Delayed Scan: Following the extended waiting period, a second scan will be performed, taking approximately 10 minutes.
- Report Delivery: The report will be provided 3 hours later. A soft copy will be sent to you, and the hard copy can be collected at your convenience.
Preparations For Milk Scan
- Bring Milk/Milk Powder: Bring milk or milk powder for the medicine.
- Avoid Metal: Ensure the baby does not wear any metal items.