CT Scanning/CT Angiography

CT Scanning/CT Angiography

Multidetector CT (Computed Tomography) scanning is a specialized way of using X-rays. The X-rays pass through the patient onto special detectors. Information is then sent to a computer and an image is produced thus allowing us to look at the body in cross sections. This differentiates tissue densities better for us than plain X-rays do.

Utilizing the same technology, a CTA scan uses a contrast injection to produce 3D vascular/anatomic images.

Patients who are having abdominal/pelvic studies may be asked to drink a contrast solution so the stomach and intestines can be visualized more clearly. Studies of vessels and organs may require an injectable contrast to help define them. If you have any allergies or have ever had an allergic reaction to contrast material (dye), at the time of scheduling, please mention this so that our technologist may be informed.

Our Toshiba 16 Slice CT Scanner offers advanced multidetector technology in order to produce clearer images rapidly. This also allows us to create 3-dimensional images for viewing on a computer workstation, and thus, provides us with a powerful diagnostic tool.

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