What is another word for radioactive iodine excretion test?
Pronunciation: [ɹˌe͡ɪdɪə͡ʊˈaktɪv ˈa͡ɪədˌiːn ɛkskɹˈɛʃən tˈɛst] (IPA) 
The radioactive iodine excretion test is also commonly referred to as radioactive iodine uptake test or RAIU test. It's sometimes called a thyroid scan or thyroid uptake test. The RAIU test is used to detect abnormalities in thyroid function and diagnose thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, and thyroid nodules. It's a safe and effective diagnostic tool that involves ingesting a small amount of radioactive iodine and measuring how much of it is absorbed by the thyroid gland. The test is painless and typically takes less than an hour to complete. Regardless of what it's called, the RAIU test remains a crucial component in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid conditions.
