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A low thyronine uptake may indicate hypothyroidism, where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones. This condition can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance. Further testing and evaluation by a healthcare provider are necessary to determine the exact cause and appropriate treatment.

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Does chromium assists in Potassium uptake?

Chromium does not directly assist in potassium uptake in plants. Potassium uptake is primarily facilitated by specific transport mechanisms in plant roots. Chromium, on the other hand, can affect plant growth and development but is not a key player in potassium uptake.


What does uptake mean in a bone scan?

The term uptake, when used in connection with the imaging method called a bone scan, refers to the amount of radioactive material that is taken in (taken up - uptake) by the bones to facilitate the imaging. To image bones this way, a radioactive chemical that "looks" like stuff that bones want to facilitate their health is injected into a patient. The bones see this material and start to collect it, and they end up gathering about half of it up (ball park figure). This causes the bones to "glow" with the emissions of the decaying radioactive material used in the procedure. An imaging system with a camera sensitive to the gamma rays is used to "look" at the bones and an image results. The uptake of the tracer will be determined by how fast the metabolism of the bone is working. Faster metabolism will mean more uptake. Cancer, infection and a few other things cause a lot of uptake, and that is what makes them visible. They stand out as "hot spots" on the image. The body metabolizes and dumps the radioactive material through the kidneys and urinary tract. You don't get any more radiation than a conventional X-ray gives you - probably quite a bit less. The tracer, commonly 99mTc-Medronate (MDP), is a phosphate-based compound with technetium hooked in so the material will "glow" in the gamma ray spectrum and can be seen with equipment set up to look for electromagnetic radiation in those energy ranges. The nuclear medicine technologist can probably answer more questions for you, as can your physician.


Chromium assists in the uptake of what?

Chromium assists in the uptake of glucose into cells by enhancing the action of insulin. It is involved in regulating blood sugar levels and plays a role in metabolism.


What color tube is used for t3 uptake?

A red-stoppered tube is typically used to collect blood for T3 uptake testing. It contains no additives, allowing the blood to clot before analysis.


Features of diffusion?

Diffusion is the passive movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration. It is driven by the random motion of molecules and does not require energy input. Diffusion is essential for processes such as gas exchange in the lungs and nutrient uptake in cells.

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What hormone is responsible for maintaining the body's BMR?

Thyroid hormones. T-3 and T-4. Also called as tri-iodo-thyronine and tetra-iodo-thyronine.


What does the medical abbreviation SUV mean?

Standardized Uptake Value (radionucleide uptake used in reading a PET scan)


A supply of carbohydrate is needed to uptake minerals by roots?

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What does the medical abbreviation RAIU mean?

Radioactive Iodine Uptake


What is dye uptake?

Dye uptake refers to the amount or degree of dye absorbed by a material, such as fabric, during the dyeing process. It indicates how well the dye has penetrated and bonded with the material, affecting the final color intensity and uniformity. High dye uptake results in a deeper, more vibrant color, while low dye uptake can lead to lighter or uneven coloring.


What does physiological increased uptake mean in a bone scan?

Physiological increased uptake in a bone scan refers to the normal uptake of the radioactive tracer by certain structures in the body, such as the bones, liver, and spleen. This uptake is considered to be within the expected range and does not necessarily indicate any abnormality or disease. It is important for the interpreting physician to distinguish between physiological uptake and abnormal uptake associated with a pathology.


What is SUV mean in colon cancer?

standard uptake value. An indicator of how active the cells are..


What does multilobular area of uptake within the thyroid bed mean?

Breaking down Multilobular area of uptake within the thyroid bed means the amount of radiation in the many lobes of the thyroid bed. The higher the uptake of tracer the faster the metabolism indicates hot spots for concern.


What is a Radio Uptake Scan?

i assume you mean radionucleid uptake scan? this is a scan performed with radioisotopes to determine areas of under activity and can be used in many parts of the body including the thyroid kidneys and liver.


Does iodine join with any other elements?

Yes, eg. in potassium iodide (KI) and in thyroxine (3,5,3',5'-tetra-iodo-thyronine), an essential thyroid hormone.


What is physiological tracer uptake mean?

During surgery, physicians often watch the tracer uptake in the cerebral cortex to make sure that it continues to function properly. It is watched often during small surgeries such as biopsies.


Does endocytosis go from a high to low or low to high concentration?

Endocytosis is the process by which cells take in materials from their environment by engulfing them. It does not involve the movement of substances from a high to low or low to high concentration; it simply involves the uptake of materials into the cell.