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Liver/Spleen Scan

General Information

Nuclear Medicine exams detect radioactive isotopes (tracers) given to the patient prior to the exam in order to show function of various areas within the body.

What is a Liver/Spleen Scan?

Liver/Spleen Scans assess anatomy and size of the liver and spleen, chronic disease, trauma, cysts, lesions, size ratios.

  • Names: Liver/Spleen test, L/S test, liver-spleen nuclear test
  • Injection, images immediately. Exam lasts appproximately 1 hour and the patient must lie still on the bed while images are being taken.

How should I prepare for a Liver/Spleen Scan?

  • If you have had a recent barium contrast study done, for instance CT or X-ray studies, you should ask your physician when to schedule this test.
  • No restrictions for eating or driving.