CT scan is computed tomography. Uses X-ray but in a different way to produce “slices” though the body to see almost all internal organs. The images are very clear and show small lesions. It can differentiate most tissues, including fat, muscles, liver, kidney, lung and bone.
At ARAN Diagnostic Imaging we have the most advanced and least Radiation Toshiba MDCT 32 Slice CT Scanner along with Advanced Reconstruction and 3D manipulation softwares.
Special diagnostic CT tests: CT angiography, CT venography, CT cystogram, CT Dacryocystogram, CT for VVF, CT cisternogram, CT Urogram, KUB CT.
Special Studies – CT
- CT Angiogram
- CT Urogram
- CT Cystogram (For VVF)
- CT Cisternogram
- CT DCG
Patient Instructions:
- You should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing for your exam. You may be given a gown to wear during the procedure.
- Metal objects, including jewelry, eyeglasses, dentures and hairpins, may affect the CT images and should be left at home or removed prior to your exam. Women will be asked to remove bras containing metal underwire.
- You will be asked not to eat or drink anything for a few hours beforehand, if contrast material will be used in your exam.
- You should inform your physician of all medications you are taking and if you have any allergies.
- Inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, pancreatitis or liver cirrhosis
- Also inform your doctor of any recent illnesses or other medical conditions and whether you have a history of heart disease, asthma, diabetes, kidney disease or thyroid problems. Any of these conditions may increase the risk of an unusual adverse effect.
- Women should always inform their physician and the CT technologist if there is any possibility that they may be pregnant.
