Gadolinium administration

What does "Gadolinium administration" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Gadolinium administration" refers to the process of giving a patient a substance called gadolinium. This substance is a special kind of dye that doctors use during certain types of medical scans, like MRIs. When gadolinium is in the body, it helps to make certain parts of the body show up more clearly on the scan, which can help doctors see if there's anything unusual or out of the ordinary.

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