Vein Scan

Fibrinogen Uptake Study

Why It Is Done

A vein scan is done to detect newly forming blood clots, especially in the deep veins of the legs. Back to Top

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Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS	Last Updated: November 1, 2006
Medical Review:	Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Kenneth B. Sutherland, CD, BSc, MD, FRCPC - Diagnostic Radiology
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