DARCO Scintigrphy

DARCO Scintigraphy is a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a radioactive substance known as Darco, in conjunction with a special camera, to obtain detailed images of the internal structures of the body. The technique is essentially a form of radionuclide scanning which is predominantly used to evaluate and diagnose certain disorders affecting the bones.In DARCO Scintigraphy, the radioactive substance Darco is injected into the patient’s bloodstream. The Darco then travels through the blood and accumulates in the bones. The special camera used in this procedure detects the gamma rays emitted by the radioactive substance and converts them into images. This results in the generation of highly detailed images that allow the physicians to analyze the condition of the bones.

DARCO Scintigraphy is especially useful in detecting areas in the bone that have an altered metabolism, which may indicate various bone disorders such as infections, fractures, tumors, and other diseases. It provides vital information about the structure and function of the bones and is often used when other imaging studies are inconclusive.

Home Sample Collection Process

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Sample Collection by Phlebotomist

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Reporting of the sample at lab

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Note: Home Sample Collection is only for Pathology lab tests.

Specific Instructions:

• Fasting : Fasting is generally not required for DARCO Scintigraphy. However, it is advisable to follow the instructions given by the healthcare facility.
• Medications : Inform your doctor of any medications that you are currently taking as some medications might interfere with the test results.
• Allergies : If you have any allergies, especially to iodine or contrast materials, let your doctor know.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding : Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as the radioactive material used could affect the fetus or be passed through breast milk.
• Hydration : Drinking water before the scan is generally advised, as it helps in obtaining clearer images.
• You will be given an injection of a radioactive substance (Darco) into a vein in your arm.
• After the injection, you may have to wait for several hours before the actual scanning begins. This is to allow the radioactive substance to circulate through your body and accumulate in the bones.
• During the scan, you will be asked to lie down on a table and a special camera will move around you capturing images.
• The scanning process can take up to an hour or longer.
• DARCO Scintigraphy is particularly important for detecting bone infections, cancer, or other abnormalities that affect the bones.
• It is also used to evaluate unexplained bone pain.
• It can be used to monitor the progression of certain diseases affecting the bones.