How should I prepare for a Thyroid Uptake and Scan?

  • Please bring previous reports (Thyroid Labs, NM Thyroid Scans, US, CT, MRI).
  • No breakfast food should be consumed the morning you will receive the pill. We need your stomach empty so that the pill will dissolve quickly.
  • You can eat breakfast on the second day.
  • You will need to provide a list of the medications you are taking.
  • For at least 3 days prior to your appointment, do not consume any food containing the following:
    • Seafood and shellfish (including sushi)
    • Cabbages and green leafy vegetables
    • All soy products
    • Kelp
    • Milk, cheese products, eggs
    • Multi-vitamins
  • If your Physician suggests a different preparation, then please follow the physician's directions