Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about bone scans:

1. Why is a bone scan being recommended for me?
   
   
2. Can injection of the radioactive substance into my body cause harm?
   
   
3. What do I need to do to prepare for a bone scan?
   
   
4. When and where will my bone scan be performed?
   
   
5. How long will I need to be there? Will I be able to leave the facility during the waiting period after my injection and before the scan?
   
   
6. Will I experience any pain from this test?
   
   
7. How long will it take for the radioactive substance to leave my body?
   
   
8. When will my test results be ready, and who will explain them to me?
   
   
9. What do the results of my bone scan mean?
   
   
10. What other types of tests might be required to help diagnose my condition?
    
    
11. If my test results show the need for treatment, what are my options, and which do you recommend?