A Myocardial Perfusion Scan using Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) is a non-invasive nuclear stress test that assesses blood flow to the heart muscle. The procedure involves injecting a small amount of radioactive tracer into the patient's bloodstream, followed by multiple images being taken as the heart beats both at rest and during stress. These images help identify areas of the heart with reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or damage.
A Myocardial Perfusion Scan using Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) is a non-invasive nuclear stress test that assesses blood flow to the heart muscle. The procedure involves injecting a small amount of radioactive tracer into the patient's bloodstream, followed by multiple images being taken as the heart beats both at rest and during stress. These images help identify areas of the heart with reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or damage.