Because of this trace mineral's ability to decrease uptake of the radionuclide used in a parathyroid scan and thus interfere with the test's results, the nurse should advise the patient to avoid foods containing which of the following before the scan?
A)Iron
B)Iodine
C)Copper
D)Zinc

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Foods containing iodine can interfere with parathyroid scan results by decreasing uptake of the radionuclide used in the test. Therefore, the patient should avoid iodine-rich foods before the scan. Iron, copper, and zinc have no known effects on parathyroid imaging.

Because of This Trace Mineral's Ability to Decrease Uptake of the Radionuclide