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Gallium Scan
What Affects the Test
Reasons you may not be able to have the test or why the results may not be helpful include:
- Pregnancy. A gallium scan is not usually done during pregnancy because the radiation could damage the developing baby (Reference fetus Opens New Window).
- Having barium or bismuth in your system. If a gallium scan is needed, it should be done before any tests that use barium (such as a Reference barium enema Opens New Window). Taking a medicine (such as Pepto-Bismol) that contains bismuth can also interfere with a gallium scan.
- Not being able to remain still during the test.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference December 5, 2010 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Howard Schaff, MD - Diagnostic Radiology |
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