Cardiac Single-photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)

Cardiac Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) is a special imaging technique used to visualize blood flow in the heart. During the procedure, a small amount of radioactive material is injected into a vein, which helps highlight areas of the heart on a special camera. This camera takes pictures that show how well blood is flowing to different parts of the heart muscle. Doctors use SPECT to assess heart health, diagnose conditions like coronary artery disease, and plan treatments. It provides valuable information about the heart's function in a non-invasive way.