It's not that Caterpillar was doing poorly before the downturn. It was and still is the world's dominant maker of construction and mining equipment, as well as a leading producer of diesel and gas engines, industrial turbines (essentially jet engines that power equipment and generate electricity), and locomotives.
Definition. A HIDA scan is an imaging test. It helps to diagnose problems of the gallbladder and liver. Bile is a fluid that is made in the liver. It is stored in the bile duct.This fluid helps your body digest certain foods.If there is a problem with the production or flow of bile, a HIDA scan may find the problem.t helps to diagnose problems of the gallbladder and liver. Bile is a fluid that is made in the liver. It is stored in the bile duct. This fluid helps your body digest certain foods. If there is a problem with the production or flow of bile, a HIDA scan may find the problem.
I assume your doctor sent you for the HIDA scan because your abdominal pain raised her suspicion of gallstones, yet none were found on an ultrasound of your abdomen. In this case, the health of the gallbladder is assessed by measuring its ability to contract and squeeze out bile.