DatScan - Radiology - The Princess Alexandra Hospital | NHS Trust

The Princess Alexandra HospitalNHS TrustDATSCANWill it hurt?Only the pinprick of the injection may hurt a little. You will not feel any ill effects fromthe injection. It does not make you drowsy.Is the radiation dangerous?The amount of radiation you receive is small. It is similar to that from an X-rayexamination of your lower back and hips.Do I need to do anything after the scan?You can eat, drink and go where you wish.Please avoid close contact with children and pregnant women for the rest of the day.Close contact means having a child sit next to you for more than half an hour. This is toavoid exposing children to unnecessary radiation.What happens to the result of the scan?Our consultant will send a report to the doctor who asked for the scan. Theradiographer will not be able to tell you the results at the time of the scan.Can I bring a friend or relative with me?We would welcome this as long as they are not young children or pregnant.Due to Ionising Radiation Regulations, only patients are allowed in the scanning room.Children must not be left unaccompanied whilst in the X-ray department. If the child isthe patient then obviously parents may accompany them into the scanning room.There are several car parks in the hospital, however, we recommend that you allowtime to park your car before your appointment.