Nuclear medicine is a branch of diagnostic imaging that uses small doses of radioactive materials (radiopharmaceuticals) to image the body.
Nuclear medicine scans offer a unique way to examine your body’s internal functions. Unlike traditional x-rays, which primarily reveal the body’s internal structures, nuclear medicine tests create images that showcase how your organs are performing.
Nuclear medicine helps medical professionals better understand your body’s processes and detect potential health issues more effectively.
Receiving nuclear medicine involves using small amounts of radioactive materials, called radiotracers, to create images of your body’s internal functions.
Before the procedure, you may need to change into a hospital gown and remove jewellery. The radiotracer will be administered through injection, pill, or inhalation. It may take minutes to hours to accumulate in the target area.
You will lie on a table during the scan while a gamma camera captures images. Remaining still is essential for clear pictures. After the scan, you can resume normal activities. Your healthcare provider will review the results and discuss any necessary next steps.
All diagnostic imaging reports are sent directly to your referring healthcare provider.
Access to reports via MyHealth Record is currently unavailable while we complete the required integration. We are working to install this service and will update our website once this has been completed.
We are committed to providing affordable competitive out of pocket fees.
For Medicare rebatable examinations, We Bulk Bill Pension or Concession card holders and full-time tertiary students.
If you have any questions regarding fees or billing, please contact our administration team.
