CT Scan Test

In this test, a series of X-rays images are taken and then combined to get a real-time visual interpretation of the body’s functions. The images are then cross-checked on a computer to get an in-depth analysis of the bones, blood vessels, and soft tissues.

A CT scan provides more information than an X-ray. This test is also known as CT Scan Reporting (Only) Test

The doctor might recommend a CT scan under the following conditions:

• To diagnose any muscle or bone disorder such as an underlying bone tumor and fracture
• To pinpoint the exact location of a tumor, infection, or any abnormal blood clot
• To help in the process of surgery, biopsy, and radiation therapy
• To evaluate the spread of various chronic diseases such as cancer. Cardiac issues, lung issues, and liver masses
• Monitor the efficacy of certain ongoing treatments such as cancer
• In order to detect any internal injury or trauma or bleeding

Preparation of Test

There are special instructions that a person has to follow in case they have been recommended a CT scan.

• The person has to get rid of his or her clothing and have to wear a hospital gown.
• Remove all metal objects, such as chains, belts, piercings, jewelry, dentures, sunglasses. Because they can otherwise interfere with the image results.
• You should also fast for a few hours before the test

CT scanner is a machine that is shaped like a doughnut standing on one side. The patient has to lie on a motorized table that will then slide through the opening inside the tunnel. There are certain straps of pillows present which allow the person to stay put.
In case of a head scan, the table is fitted with a special strap so that the head can be positioned as the table movies, the detectors as well as the x-rays tube also revolve around the person who is laying low. With each rotation, an image is being produced. A person might experience buzzing or whirring noises during the whole process.
A radiologist or a technologist is present in another room who is monitoring you. There is an intercom present also which allows the patient to communicate with the healthcare providers.

In order to highlight that part of your body that is being examined a special dye is used that is known as contrast material. This contrast material is able to block all the incoming x-rays and thus appears white on the screen. This way the blood intestines, as well as the body organs, are more visually apparent in the images.

By Mouth

In case the esophagus, digestive tract, or stomach are being scanned then the person has to swallow a specialized liquid which is also known as contrast material.

By Injection

In case the gallbladder, urinary tract, liver, or other blood vessels are being scanned, the contrast material will be injected inside the person’s veins.

By Enema

In case the intestines are being scanned the contrast material may be inserted inside the rectum to help with the visualization process.

The cost of a CT scan test varies depending upon the lab and city you are choosing to get your test. However, to get the discount on CT scan test prices from the best reliable labs of Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, and other major cities, you can book your test from Healthwire.pk.

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