A bone scan uses a small injection of a tracer to show areas of the skeleton where bone is changing, such as where cancer may have spread to the bones.
Your doctor explains why the scan is needed and what it can and can’t show.
Your checklist
What to bring
The doctor’s request for the scan
Your previous scans and reports, with the CDs, so the new scan can be compared
Recent kidney function (creatinine) and sugar reports, if your doctor asked for them
A list of the medicines you take now
Photo ID, and your insurance card if you have one
Questions to ask your doctor
Why do I need this scan?
How should I prepare?
Is there any radiation, and is it safe for me?
When will I get the result?
What will it cost, and does my insurance cover it?
Ask about a Bone Scan
Share your details and our care team will call you back to fix a time.
CION Cancer Care in Sangareddy
A look inside CION L.B. Nagar
1Entrance2Reception3Waiting area
Partner hospitals
CION oncologists consult at Manjeera Hospital, Hope Hospital, Star Hospital, Dr. Lalitha Fertility, Sri Sanvi Hospital (Narayankhed), Amrutha Hospital (Narayankhed), Sai Sanjeevani Hospital (Narayankhed).
Timings
Vary by hospital. Call to check when your doctor is in
Bone Scan isn’t available in Sangareddy itself. CION arranges it at a partner centre, usually in Hyderabad, and your doctor tells you where to go. Your consultation and follow-up can be in Sangareddy or by video.
2Why is there a wait after the injection?
The tracer needs a few hours to settle in the bones. You can usually leave and come back.
3Is it covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans cover scans that a doctor has asked for. CION’s team helps check your cover.
This page explains Bone Scan at CION Cancer Clinics, Sangareddy. It is general information, not medical advice. Your doctor advises on tests and treatment after seeing you.