Myocardial Perfusion Scan
Myocardial Perfusion Scan available at:
PRP Bathurst
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Castle Hill
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8.30am - 12noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Cumberland
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8.30am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Dee Why
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11.30am
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Dubbo
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Eastwood
Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Frenchs Forest
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Gosford North
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Hornsby
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Norwest
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
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ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Orange
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Shellharbour
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Toukley
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Tuggerah
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Wollongong
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Woy Woy
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
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Myocardial Perfusion Scan Explained
Also known as: MIBI, MPS, Thallium scan.
A Myocardial Perfusion scan evaluates coronary artery disease by assessing the blood flow to the heart muscle both at rest and at stress.
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Please advise us beforehand
If you are diabetic please notify staff when booking your appointment to receive specific instructions.
Please make staff aware if you are (or think you could be) pregnant, breastfeeding, claustrophobic and/or if you are the primary/sole carer for small children when you book your appointment.
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Preparation
You may be asked to cease certain medications prior to the test.
Caffeine needs to be ceased 24 hours prior to your appointment (this includes but not limited to chocolate, tea, coffee, cola soft drink etc).
Fast 2 hours prior to test then water only.
Wear suitable shoes and comfortable clothing for exercising
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What happens during the procedure
Part 1: REST: You will be given a small injection of a radioactive tracer that is taken up by the heart muscle. This injection shouldn’t make you feel any different. Following a short wait (10-30 minutes), images will be acquired of your heart. This part of the test takes 30-60 minutes.
Part 2: STRESS: This involves exercise on a treadmill or bike. If you are unable to exercise an injection of medication is used to artificially stress the heart. An ECG is performed and your blood pressure is noted. Another injection of radioactive tracer is administered, this time with your heart at peak stress. After 20-60 minutes, more images will be acquire of your heart. This part of the test can take between 45-120 minutes.
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How long does it take
Allow at least 3 hours for completion of this examination.
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After Your Examination
Myocardial perfusion scans do not generally create any after effects.
Please let advise if you have contact with children or pregnant women.
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Your images and report
We will advise you when your images and report will be ready. PRP will store digital copies of all studies on our secure database for comparison with any future examinations.
Please bring any previous images with you for comparison.
It is important that you return to your doctor with your examination results. Whether they are normal or abnormal, your doctor needs to know promptly so that a management plan can be formulated.
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This content is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you would like any clarifications, please contact your local practice.