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The procedure on how to do the inarching?
inarching is one of the simplest form of grafting
What is the procedure for multiplying by a one-digit number?
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How can one calculate their pregnancy due date?
Cow and Gate have a pregnancy calculator on their website, or you could just add 9 months and 1 week to the date of the first day of your last period. The only accurate calculation is the first scan.
Why is there more than one scientific procedure?
They are all very similar, some just have slight deviants from the general scientific procedure for some reason.
What does low t1 signal intensity mean?
I just had an MRI done and one of the comments was that an area of the scan showed a low signal intensity...as in, something is wrong with the tissue. I just had an MRI done and one of the comments was that an area of the scan showed a low signal intensity...as in, something is wrong with the tissue.
What does hyperdensity in a cat scan of thyroid mean?
Hyperdensity in a cat scan of the thyroid indicates calcifications, hemorrhage, or colloid. The thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands and consists of two connected lobes.
What is the Difference between hot and cold thyroid nodule?
The difference between hot and cold thyroid nodules refers to the appearance of the thyroid when viewed by a Nuclear Medicine Thyroid Scan. During a thyroid scan, the patient is given radioactive iodine which is taken orally. The radioactive iodine is absorbed into the bloodstream and gets picked up by functioning thyroid tissue. The thyroid utilizes iodine in its function of producing thyroid hormones. With a Nuclear Medicine scan, the radioactive iodine acts like non-radioactive iodine and is absorbed by the thyroid gland to be used in the production of thyroid hormones. Therefore, functioning thyroid tissue will become radioactive by the absorption of the radioactive iodine. Areas of the thyroid which are overly functioning will pick up more radioactive iodine than normal tissue and are referred to as being "hot". Areas of the thyroid that are functioning less than normal or not at all will pick up less or none of the radioactive iodine. These areas are referred to as being "cold". With the use of special "cameras" the radioactive iodine is detected in the thyroid gland and a picture is formed. The "hot" areas will show up darker than normal tissue and the "cold" areas will show up as lighter than normal tissue or as completely blank areas. The "hot" nodules are overly functioning thyroid tissue, very often palpable from the outer surface of the skin, and are sometimes cancerous tissue. The "cold" nodules are also sometimes palpable from the outer skin surface. These non-functioning areas can be scar tissue, cysts or a variety of non thyroid tissue infiltrating the thyroid gland.
Which one is Slow growing tumor of thyroid?
Papillary carcinoma of thyroid (excellent prognosis)
Is being cold one of the symptoms of thyroid?
Since the thyroid gland helps regulate metabolism, feeling cold can indicate that the thyroid in under active, called hypothyroid. One of the important nutrients for the thyroid is iodine, so eating seafood or using salt that has iodine added is good for the health of they thyroid gland.
How many syllables are in scan?
Scan only has one syllable.
Where can one go to get a live fingerprint scan done?
One can go to get a live fingerprint scan done from the respective Department of Motorized Vehicles or DMV in one's state. One can also go to My Live Scan or Live Scan Express.
What all hashimotos does to the body and how you can lean to live with it?
This is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks and destroys the cells that produce your thyroid hormones. You have to take a one a day pill to replace these thyroid hormones, usually for the rest of your life. Good luck! :) Student Dr.
What is the stimulus for release of Thyroid hormone?
Unlike some medical terminology, this one is kind of straightforward. Thyroid-stimulating hormone is what stimulates the thyroid to produce thyroid hormone.
Thyroid scan?
DefinitionA thyroid scan is a nuclear medicine examination that uses a radioactive iodine tracer to see how well the thyroid gland is working.Alternative NamesScan - thyroid; Radioactive iodine screening test - thyroid; RAUI; Nuclear scan - thyroidHow the test is performedYou will be given a pill that contains radioactive iodine, and then you will wait as the iodine collects in the thyroid. The first scan is usually done 4 - 6 hours after the iodine pill is taken. Another scan may be taken 24 hours later.Other scans may be done using a substance containing technetium.After the radioactive iodine has been absorbed by the thyroid, you will lie on your back on a movable table with your neck and chest under the scanner. The scanner detects the location and intensity of the rays given off by the radioactive material.During this part of the procedure, you must lie still to let the scanner get a clear image. A computer displays images of the thyroid gland.How to prepare for the testYou must sign a consent form. You may be told not to eat after midnight the night before the exam.Tell your health care provider if you are taking any medications that may need to be adjusted, such as thyroid medication and anything with iodine in it. Remove jewelry, dentures, or other metals, because they may interfere with the image.How the test will feelSome patients find remaining still during the test uncomfortable.Why the test is performedThis test is done to check for:HyperthyroidismThyroid cancerThyroid nodulesor other growthsNormal ValuesThe thyroid appears the correct size, shape, and in the proper location. It appears an even gray color on the computer image.What abnormal results meanA thyroid that is enlarged or pushed off to one side could indicate a tumor. Nodules will absorb more or less iodine and will appear darker or lighter on the scan (usually lighter if tumor). If part of the thyroid appears lighter, it may indicate a possible thyroid problem.The computer will also show the percentage of iodine that has collected in your thyroid gland. If your gland collects too much or too little of the radiotracer, this can cause hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.Other conditions under which the test may be performed:Anaplastic carcinoma of the thyroidColloid nodular goiterGoiterMedullary carcinoma of thyroidMultiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) IIPapillary carcinoma of the thyroidToxic nodular goiterWhat the risks areAll radiation has possible side effects. There is a very small amount of radiation in the tracer swallowed during this test. Women who are nursing or pregnant should discuss the risks to the fetus or infant with their health care providers before taking this test.The health care provider will usually consider the concerns regarding radiation side effects when the test is ordered, but the benefits of taking the test usually far outweigh the risks.Special considerationsThyroid scans using radionuclides are used with other studies, such as blood tests and ultrasound, to evaluate the thyroid. Your doctor may send you for more than one type of test.
How many thyroid glands do people have?
You have only one thyroid gland. shaped like a butterfly, it sits right above the windpipe.the ONLY purpose for the thyroid gland is to produce thyroid hormone to your body.If you need it removed, many people do, you can take a replacement hormone, in pill form, every morning on an empty stomach.
What is the difference between a thyroidectomy hemi-thyroidectomy and para-thyroidectomy?
Thyroidectomy is the removal of the thyroid hemithyroidectomy is the removal of one lobe of the thyroid gland parathyroidectomy is the removal of one or more lobes of the parathyroid which is behind the thyroid gland.
When is tyroidektomy nessesery?
A thyroidectomy?If your thyroid is damaged you would need one to remove parts or the whole thyroid itself.
