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Normal Kidney Nuclear Medicine Scan

Normal kidney nuclear medicine scan

Image courtesy of Intermountain Medical Imaging, Boise, Idaho.

Kidney illustration © Healthwise, Incorporated

This kidney nuclear medicine scan shows the normal flow of radioactive tracer from the kidneys, through the ureters, to the bladder.

Current as of: July 26, 2023

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