Iodine-based contrast dye is used for scans involving X-rays, such as CT scans. Low- and high- osmolality contrast media (LOCM, HOCM) are used, with LOCM iodine-based dye more common and less ...

Because a tumor has more blood vessels and leakier ones, it absorbs the iodine faster than surrounding tissue. The smaller white spot in both images is a metal bead marking the site where a lump ...

There were no adverse events associated with ultrasound, and there was one case of extravasation among the women who received M.R.I.s, in which contrast dye is sometimes used.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -The nation faces a shortage of imaging contrast dye. And CoxHealth is making scheduling adjustments to accommodate the lack of supplies.