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MUGA scan (short for
Multigated Acquisition Scan) is a test that shows how well your heart is pumping blood. It focuses
on the left ventricle, the main chamber that sends blood to the rest of
your body. Doctors often use this test to check heart function before
or after certain treatments.
What happens during the test?
Upon arrival, an IV will be started and a small amount of blood will be
drawn through the IV. The technologist will then tag the red blood cells
with a radioactive tracer. This takes approximately ½ hour.
You will then be given your now radioactive blood back through the IV.
This will not make you feel different in any way. It will enable us to
watch your heart under our camera checking the function of your left ventricle
and wall motion of your heart. The recording of these images last 15-30 minutes.
Patient Prep Instructions: No special prep is needed prior to this test.
Please call
855-724-3384 to schedule, change or reschedule an appointment.
