Description

Indocyanine Green is a fluorescent dye used in medical imaging, particularly for visualizing blood flow and liver function. It is administered intravenously and is primarily used in procedures such as angiography and liver function tests.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Verde de Indocianina' is the formal term used in clinical settings. Colloquial variants may include 'dye' or 'fluorescent dye,' but these should be avoided in formal contexts to maintain clarity. It is important to ensure that the patient understands the purpose of the dye in diagnostic procedures.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor ordered an Indocyanine Green test to assess the patient's liver function.

ES: El médico ordenó una prueba con Verde de Indocianina para evaluar la función hepática del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Indocyanine Green with other dyes; mispronouncing 'Indocyanine' as 'Indocianina'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.