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Frequently Asked Questions - nuclear medicine testing for carcinoid

What does the OctreoScan test show?

The OctreoScan is a test which images 85% of carcinoid tumors but is not the best way to show their growth. It does indicate the potential usefulness of Sandostatin (octreotide) treatment when a tumor lights up on the OctreoScan.