IMMUNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymphoscintigraphy is a diagnostic imaging modality that uses radiotracers to identify lymph node extent of neoplasm as well as lymphatic system flow issues.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymphoscintigraphy is a special type of nuclear medicine imaging that provides special pictures of the lymphatic system, which transports fluid throughout your immune system. Lymphoscintigraphy is often used to identify the sentinel lymph node, or the first node to receive the lymph drainage from a tumor.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lymphoscintigraphy is the current “gold standard” imaging test for functional assessment of the lymphatic system. This method uses a tracer molecule linked to technetium-99m that is injected into the dermis in the foot and/or hand.

Detailed explanation-4: -99mTc-Ca and 99mTc-SC are both available in Europe. In the United States 99mTc-SC is the only registered tracer for lymphoscintigraphy.

Detailed explanation-5: -For functional evaluation of lymphatic channels, lymphoscintigraphy, is a widely available, simple imaging test, highly useful for documentation of lymphedema in patients with the leg swelling of unclear etiology.