Indium-111 Octreotide Scan

Preparation Requirements
Total duration of study:

48 hours (may extend to 72 hours depending on clinical indication)

Scanning time:

Images at 4, 24 and 48 hours. Approximately 90-120 minutes per image.

Pregnancy:

Contraindicated

Breast feeding:

Stopped

Medication:

Octreotide or somatostatin treatment for 48 hours before the study. Long acting treatment to be stopped 8 weeks. Kindly have your clinician speak directly with Nuclear Physician for full preparation.

Biochemistry:

Rising specific tumour markers

Previous studies:

All radiology and histology required.

Diet:

No specific diet. Eat as usual. Bring a snack for duration of study.

Hydration:

Patient is encouraged to drink water prior and during study