Tumor Localization (Gallium Scan)

What is a Tumor Localization Scan or Gallium Scan?

A Tumor Localization Scan sometimes known as a Gallium Scan is used to detect infection within the body.

What takes place during the test?

A Gallium Scan takes place over a three day period. Day one you will be injected in the arm with a radioactive material. You will return the following day (day 2) within 24 hours of the day one injection for a whole body scan lasting approximately 1 hour. During the scan, you will lie on the imaging table with the camera positioned above or below you while several images are taken. You will return again the following day (day 3) within 24 hours of the day two scan for another whole body scan lasting approximately 1 hour.

How long will the test take to complete?

Day one injection will take approximately 10 minutes followed by a 24 hour delay and a 1 hour scan followed by another 24 hour delay and a 1 hour scan. Overall time until completion is approximately 48 hours.