Technetium Tc 99m Sulfur Colloid
| Definition: |
A gamma-emitting radionuclide imaging agent used for the diagnosis of diseases in many tissues, particularly in the gastrointestinal system, liver, and spleen. |
| Notes: |
as label, use /diag use; DF: TC SULFUR COLLOID |
| Also Called: |
Lymphoszint |
| Previously Indexed: |
Sulfur (1966-1984),Technetium (1966-1984) |
Technetium Tc 99m Sulfur Colloid Definitions and Terms
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