There are two types of lung scans. A lung perfusion scan is a nuclear medicine test that provides your doctor with a picture of blood flow to the lungs. A lung ventilation scan tells you doctor how capable your lungs are of taking in air and uses radiopharmaceuticals to produce a picture of how air is distributed in the lungs.
In most cases, lung perfusion scans and lung ventilation scans are done at the same time. These tests are performed to detect pulmonary embolisms, determine how much blood is flowing to lungs, determine which areas of the lungs are capable of ventilation, and to determine how well the lungs are functioning after surgery.
In a lung perfusion scan, a small amount of the protein labeled with a radioisotope is injected into your hand or arm vein. You will be positioned under a special camera that can detect radioactive material, and a series of photographs will be made of your chest. When these images are projected onto the screen called the oscilloscope, they will show how the radioactive protein has been distributed by the blood vessels running through the lungs.
In a lung ventilation scan, a mask will be placed over your nose and mouth, and you will be asked to inhale and exhale a combination of air and radioactive gas. Pictures are then taken that show the distribution of the gas in your lungs. Each test takes 15-30 minutes.
About PrevaHealth
Finding a Dublin scan center is simple with PrevaHealth. Located in Dublin, Ohio, Dr. John A. Rumberger, PhD, MD is available to service all of his patients with the best in scan center technology. Using the most advanced equipment and first-rate technology, Dr. Rumberger provides patients with the best chance for a successful scan experience. Only the most effective scans are used and minimally invasive procedures to provide patients with excellent patient care and service. Accuracy is of great importance to any patient undergoing a scan. Early diagnosis or detection often can mean the difference between a successful treatment and an unsuccessful treatment. Therefore, detecting a patient’s disease, conditions and injuries at an early stage become a major priority of the center, as well as accuracy in all of their scans.
The Dublin scan center knows how important safety is as well. Many enter into their offices concerned with safety of the procedures. Consultation is available for any patients wishing to discuss the scanning options, safety conditions or any other aspect of their visit. All the proper safety measures are taken to ensure a patient is treated in the safest environment possible. Some of the services available include body scans, carotid artery scans, lung scans, heart scans, bone density scans and a virtual colonoscopy.
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