Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine imaging evaluates how organs and tissues function, helping physicians detect disease and injury at an early stage. A physician referral is required to book.
Clinic Location
Nuclear Medicine is offered at our Nepean location.
1545 Merivale Rd, Nepean, ON K2G 3J4
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What Is Nuclear Medicine?
Diagnostic nuclear medicine is a specialized form of medical imaging that evaluates how organs and tissues function. Unlike imaging exams such as X-ray or ultrasound that primarily show anatomy, nuclear medicine imaging provides information about physiological activity, helping detect disease or injury at an early stage. These exams are commonly used to assess a wide range of conditions and support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Your Nuclear Medicine Visit & How to Prepare
How to Prepare for Your Nuclear Medicine Exam
Preparation instructions vary depending on the exam. Please follow the instructions provided when your appointment is booked. Bring your health card, requisition, and any relevant documents. If you are unsure how to prepare, contact Merivale Medical Imaging before your appointment.
View Test PreparationsDownload the MMI Requisition Form
Merivale Medical Imaging accepts requisitions from all licensed physicians. Our editable PDF requisition can be downloaded, completed, and sent with your patient before their appointment. Requisitions are accepted at any licensed healthcare facility, including hospitals and independent health facilities (IHFs).
Editable PDF Requisition
Complete and send with your patient prior to their imaging appointment.
Download RequisitionStudies Offered at MMI
In addition to general nuclear imaging, MMI offers a range of specialized nuclear medicine studies.
Bone Scan
Evaluates bone activity and detects injury, inflammation, or disease.
Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Assesses blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress.
Gastric Emptying Study
Evaluates how quickly food moves through the stomach.
LVEF Study
Measures left ventricular ejection fraction to assess heart pumping function.
Imaging Services at MMI
Advanced outpatient diagnostic imaging across Ottawa and the Ottawa Valley.
