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Pregnancy Test Before Radiation Therapy: Why it is needed and what to expect - 03/2021

Pregnancy Test Before Radiation Therapy: Why it is needed and what to expect
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Abstract

This handout explains why a pregnancy test is required before having radiation therapy. It includes when and how the test is done, and what to do if a test is positive.

Author
Radiation Oncology
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2020
Revision Date
03/2021
Print Abstract
General Subject
Cancer
Pregnancy, Childbirth, & Infant Care
Specific Subject/Keyword
Diagnostic Tests
Pregnancy
Languages
English
Record ID
4886