How Long Does A Hida Scan Take (And Why)?

My Experience Undergoing a HIDA Scan

HIDA Scan Procedure - Scan Results, Scan Side Effects

HIDA scan showed an extremely slow and sluggish gall bladder prior to pregnancy. Polyp that has grown during the pregnancy isn’t helping & they can see from ultrasound that my gall bladder is being compressed and pinched by both of my baby’s feet. She has made it her trampoline. 🥲 & yes everyone, I am watching what I eat and trying to stay hydrated. I don’t wanna be taking ANY meds but I also don’t want to be putting myself at risk of preterm labor from all the stress throwing up/dehydration. I

*Update: Michelle’s HIDA scan came back normal. Once again, it’s back to the drawing board. January 20, 2026 — Michelle and Ty return to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for a HIDA scan, hoping to find answers to the ongoing abdominal pain, pressure, and severe reactions she experiences after eating. After months of clear CT scans, ultrasounds, endoscopies, and lab work, this test focuses specifically on gallbladder function. Michelle shares what the scan is like — the injection, the long wait for h