Thyroid Thermography
Thyroid Infrared Thermography in San Marcos, CA
The thyroid gland is a key regulator of many essential processes in the body. If concern is directed toward the thyroid or surrounding neck area, an understanding of physiologic activity may aid in providing a more complete evaluation. View of Health Thermography is a non-invasive thermal imaging process that captures infrared heat patterns from the surface of the body.
Using specialized medical infrared imaging technology, our thyroid thermography in San Marcos provides thermal images of the front and sides of the neck. This test is performed to document patterns of surface temperature that may provide useful physiologic information for you and your health care provider.
What Is Thyroid Thermography?
Thermography, or medical infrared imaging, is the use of sensitive infrared cameras to detect heat coming from the surface of the body. The infrared information is processed by a computer to produce a visible thermal image that can be analyzed for differences in skin surface temperatures.
Unlike imaging procedures that use radiation or require physical contact with the body, thermography is non-contact, painless, and radiation-free. View of Health Thermography uses high-resolution infrared technology in our imaging system to capture detailed thermal information for professional analysis.
A thyroid thermogram in San Marcos is a thermogram that concentrates on the neck and thyroid area. The usual thyroid examination includes three pictures: anterior and right and left side views of the neck. Following the exam, the images are read by a medical professional, and a report is produced.
What Does Thyroid Infrared Imaging Show?
Thermal imaging does not image the inside of the body or produce a structural image of the thyroid. Instead, it detects skin surface infrared heat patterns. Patterns of this nature may provide physiological data, which may supplement other examination and diagnostic procedures.
So, our thyroid infrared imaging in San Marcos can be used as an additional source of information when assessing thermal patterns around the neck. Thermography can be incorporated into the overall healthcare approach – with patients and healthcare providers considering physiological information alongside appropriate clinical examinations and other diagnostic tests.
It’s critical to understand that thermography is an adjunctive procedure. It is not a substitute for ultrasound, CT, MRI, blood tests, physical exam, or any other thyroid-related diagnostic tests your healthcare provider may recommend.
A Non-Invasive Approach to Neck Thermal Imaging
We conduct neck thermal imaging in San Marcos with a controlled imaging process to guarantee consistent thermal information. Proper preparation and temperature acclimation are important, as environmental conditions, clothing, and other factors may affect surface temperature readings. Patients are asked to follow the clinic’s pre-imaging instructions before their appointment.
The examination requires positioning the relevant areas of the neck for infrared imaging. The camera captures thermal information in real time; the images are processed and analyzed digitally. The imaging process at the clinic consists of professional interpretation and a written report.
Thyroid Rescans for Follow-Up
For patients who have previously completed a thyroid thermogram, View of Health Thermography also offers thyroid rescans at three-, six-, and twelve-month intervals. The thyroid rescan includes three images of the front and sides of the neck and is offered at a discounted rate when performed within one year of the previous thyroid thermogram.
Follow-up thermal imaging can provide images that may be compared over time, helping document changes in thermal patterns for discussion with your healthcare provider.
Schedule Your Thyroid Thermography in San Marcos
View of Health Thermography has provided computerized thermal imaging services since 2012 and uses specialized medical infrared imaging technology in its San Marcos practice.
If you are interested in a non-invasive thermal examination of the thyroid and neck region, contact View of Health Thermography to learn more about preparation, scheduling, and whether this service is appropriate for your healthcare needs.