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Contrast Dye in Medical Imaging Dangers

The UK sees ~20–30 deaths from anaphylaxis per year, and about half are iatrogenic (triggered by medical treatments such as ...
A contrast dye allergic reaction can occur after a diagnostic imaging test, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scan. The contrast dye used with these tests is an ...
Although skin allergy tests do exist with gadolinium, they are not routinely recommended. Dye for CT scans is more likely to cause allergic reactions.
Preparation guidelines for a CT scan depend on the type of scan you’re having. If you’re having a bowel scan or a scan with contrast dye, you may need to adjust your diet.
A 22-year-old Brazilian woman tragically died after suffering a severe allergic reaction during a routine CT scan. Doctors ...
A global shortage of contrast dye used for CT scans, angiograms, cardiac catheterizations and other tests is expected to cause scheduling delays.
Scientists believe they may have found the reason why some people get so sick the contrast dye you get before an MRI.
MRI preparation depends on the type of scan, the area of your body being scanned, and whether the scan requires contrast dye. It’s important to discuss prep with your doctor beforehand.
Healthcare professionals may also take an angiogram during cardiac catheterization, using contrast dye and imaging tests. Alternatively, they may inject the dye and take a CT scan without cardiac ...
Although skin allergy tests do exist with gadolinium, they are not routinely recommended. Dye for CT scans is more likely to cause allergic reactions.