Abstract
Single-head gamma camera renography has been used for decades to estimate kidney function. An estimate of the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) can be obtained using Tc-diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid (Tc-DTPA). However, because of differing attenuation, an error is introduced when the kidney depth or kidney size is unequal. This error can be reduced using geometric mean data obtained from dual-head renography. The aim of this study was to compare single-head versus dual-head assessment of single kidney function.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Nuclear Medicine Communications |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 4 |
Pages (from-to) | 322-7 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISSN | 0143-3636 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2013 |
Keywords
- Female
- Glomerular Filtration Rate
- Humans
- Kidney Function Tests
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Radioisotope Renography
- Technetium Tc 99m Pentetate