Technetium Tc 99m Albumin Aggregated (By injection)
tek-NEE-shee-um Tc 99m al-BUE-min AG-re-gay-ted
Used to help your doctor see an image of your lungs or peritoneovenous [LeVeen] shunt.
Drug classes
Diagnostic Agent, Radiopharmaceutical Imaging (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Technetium Tc 99m albumin aggregated injection is a radiopharmaceutical. Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive agents, which may be used to find and treat certain diseases or to study the function of the body’s organs.
Technetium Tc 99m albumin aggregated injection is used to help your doctor see an image of your lungs to help evaluate lung problems in children and adults. It is also used to help your doctor see an image of your peritoneovenous [LeVeen] shunt.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor with specialized training in nuclear medicine.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Injectable
A doctor or other health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins before you have a scan.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
You should not get this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to technetium Tc 99 albumin aggregated or to any products that contain human serum albumin. Do not get this medicine if you are breastfeeding or if you have severe pulmonary hypertension (increased blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs).
Warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you have heart problems (such as cor pulmonale or right-to-left heart shunts).
You may be exposed to radiation when you get this medicine. Talk with your doctor if you have concerns about this.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Possible side effects
Summary More details
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fever, chills, confusion, or fainting
Shortness of breath or wheezing
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
More side effects of this drug
Brand names include
MPI MAA, Pulmolite, Technescan MAA
There may be other brand names for this medicine.