Renogram

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General

Synonym/Acronym:

MAG3 scan, DTPA scan, radioactive renogram, renocystography, renocystogram, renal scintigraphy.

Rationale

To assist in diagnosing kidney disorders such as embolism, obstruction, infection, inflammation, trauma, stones, and bleeding.

Patient Preparation

There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.

Normal Findings

  • Normal shape, size, position, symmetry, vasculature, perfusion, and function of the kidneys.
  • Radionuclide material circulates bilaterally, symmetrically, and without interruption through the renal parenchyma, ureters, and urinary bladder, with 50% of the radionuclide excreted within the first 10 min.

Critical Findings and Potential Interventions

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General

Synonym/Acronym:

MAG3 scan, DTPA scan, radioactive renogram, renocystography, renocystogram, renal scintigraphy.

Rationale

To assist in diagnosing kidney disorders such as embolism, obstruction, infection, inflammation, trauma, stones, and bleeding.

Patient Preparation

There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.

Normal Findings

  • Normal shape, size, position, symmetry, vasculature, perfusion, and function of the kidneys.
  • Radionuclide material circulates bilaterally, symmetrically, and without interruption through the renal parenchyma, ureters, and urinary bladder, with 50% of the radionuclide excreted within the first 10 min.

Critical Findings and Potential Interventions

N/A

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