After a total thyroidectomy, a patient is referred to the nuclear medicine department for imaging.For effective evaluation and identification of residual thyroid tissue or tumor, the technologist should review the patient's recent history to determine if the patient has taken steps to raise the plasma

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For effective evaluation and identification of residual thyroid tissue or tumor, steps should be taken to raise the plasma TSH before administration of the diagnostic tracer.

After a Total Thyroidectomy, a Patient Is Referred to the Nuclear