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Sestamibi Parathyroid Scan

Definition

A Sestamibi parathyroid scan is a diagnostic imaging procedure that utilizes a radioactive tracer called Sestamibi to identify abnormal parathyroid glands. This scan helps in detecting parathyroid adenomas or hyperplasia, which can cause hyperparathyroidism, a condition characterized by excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone.