What is a normal HIDA scan result?

If the results show that your scan was “normal,” your gallbladder is working like it should and is an average size and shape. A normal test result also means that your liver and small intestine are healthy. If your scan was “abnormal,” it likely means your images revealed one of the following: An infection. Gallstones.

What can be diagnosed with a HIDA scan?

A HIDA scan might help in the diagnosis of several diseases and conditions, such as:

  • Gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis)
  • Bile duct obstruction.
  • Congenital abnormalities in the bile ducts, such as biliary atresia.
  • Postoperative complications, such as bile leaks and fistulas.
  • Assessment of liver transplant.

How long does it take to get results from a gallbladder ultrasound?

You should get your results within 1 or 2 weeks. The doctor may be able to let you know if they have seen any abnormal areas that have been sent to the laboratory. Waiting for results can make you anxious. Ask your doctor or nurse how long it will take to get them.

What is normal range for gallbladder ejection fraction?

Biliary dyskinesia, or hypokinesia of the gallbladder, is accepted as an ejection fraction less than 35%, while an accepted normal functioning gallbladder ejection fraction is greater than 35%.

What does a positive HIDA scan mean?

With cystic duct obstruction (cholecystitis), the HIDA scan shows nonvisualization (ie, considered positive) of the gallbladder at 60 minutes and uptake in the intestine as the bile is excreted directly into the duodenum. This finding has a sensitivity of 80-90% for acute cholecystitis.

How do you read a HIDA scan?

HIDA scan results can be classed as:

  1. Normal: This means the tracer moved freely from the liver into the gallbladder and small intestine.
  2. Slow movement: If the tracer moved slowly through the body, this might suggest an obstruction or blockage in the gallbladder or bile duct, or it indicates below optimal liver function.

What does a negative HIDA scan mean?

HIDA scan results This may be a sign of a blockage or a problem with your liver. Not present. If there are no signs of radioactive tracer in your gallbladder on the images, this may be a sign of acute gallbladder inflammation, or acute cholecystitis.

Will I get my ultrasound results straight away?

You may be told the results of your scan soon after it’s been carried out, but in most cases the images will need to be analysed and a report will be sent to the doctor who referred you for the scan. They’ll discuss the results with you a few days later or at your next appointment, if one’s been arranged.

What shows up red on an ultrasound?

By definition, flow towards the transducer is depicted in red while flow away from the transducer is shown in blue. Different shades of red and blue are used to display velocity. Lighter shades of color are assigned to higher velocities.

What are the symptoms of a high functioning gallbladder?

Symptoms can include upper abdominal pain after eating, nausea, bloating, and indigestion. Eating a fatty meal may trigger symptoms. There are usually no gallstones in the gallbladder with biliary dyskinesia.