Radioactive iodine uptake

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What is Radioactive iodine uptake?

Radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) is a test of thyroid function. It measures how much radioactive iodine is taken up by the thyroid gland in a given time period.

See also:Thyroid scan

Alternative Names:

Iodine uptake test; RAIU

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Good Morning! I am 1 week post RAI for grave's disease. Prior to this, I was feeling pretty...
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