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Original Article: Radioactive iodine uptake test

Test Procedure
The Radioactive Iodine Uptake Test (RAIU) starts with the patient ingesting radioactive iodine. Usually I-123 and I-131 are the most common types used for this test. The iodine usually comes in a capsule or liquid form due to the fact that it is the most convenient for the patient to ingest. The patient is then to go about with their day due to the fact that the thyroid gland need time to take in what was just ingested. After that, the patient must return to have the test operator uses a gamma probe to measure the radioactivity levels within the gland. Once the test is complete, the patient can not eat for a certain amount of time (usually 1-2 hours) after that a normal diet can be resumed.


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