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FerriScan : Non-invasive measurement of liver iron concentration

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Andy Battaglia:
Yes Sahil, the ejection fraction is an interpretation, so if the result is low it is advisable to have the echo done again to verify the result. Your T2* result is great!

Sharmin:
Andy,

Do you know why Ferriscan is not typically done for smaller children?  Do you know how big a child should be before they can have Ferriscan?  My son is almost 27kg, we have considered taking him to NY for a Ferriscan but we are not sure when it would be a good time to do so. 

Thanks,
Sharmin

Andy Battaglia:
It's actually very simple why Ferriscan isn't used on young children. It requires them to lie still enclosed in an MRI machine for around 20 minutes, so it is not recommended. Also, it is unlikely to have high iron deposits before that age, especially if chelation has been used.

Sharmin:
Thanks Andy, that makes sense. 

Sharmin

Sharmin:
Andy,

Since we are being followed carefully with the SQUID and T2* right now we probably don't even need to consider Ferriscan at this time.  Do you think there is any value for us doing Ferriscan now?  My son has an incredible ability to stay still through anything, other than dinner...

He did not flinch during the 45 minute T2* or the SQUID. 

Thanks again,

Sharmin

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