best ct scan in atlanta

MEDCROSS IMAGING – CT SCAN

www.medcrossimagingllc.com

Index CT Scan Overview

What happens during CT Scan

Preparing for a CT Scan

Abdominal CT Scan

Preparing for an Abdominal CT Scan

CT Scan Results


CT Scan Computed tomography more commonly referred to as CT, CT

scan or CAT scan uses x-rays and advanced computer technology to generate detailed cross-sectional, and if needed, three-dimensional views of the body’s internal organs and body structures


What happens during CT Scan

The CT scanner is a large donut-shaped machine that takes x-rays at different angles around the body.

A CT technologist will explain the procedure to the patient and have the patient lie down on a narrow table.



Patients are asked to notify their healthcare provider if they are pregnant; have asthma or allergies to medications, contrast dye, iodine or shellfish; or have certain medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems or thyroid conditions.



Patients are generally asked to not eat or drink anything for at least four hours prior to the exam.

If CT oral contrast is ordered, drink it according to the directions and time provided for the specific CT exam.


Abdominal CT Scan

Abdominal CT scans are used to visualize needle placement during biopsies of abdominal organs and tumors or during fluid aspiration from the abdomen.

CT is used to monitor tumors and other conditions of the abdomen before and after treatment, and to detect, diagnose and treat vascular disorders that may lead to stroke, gangrene or kidney failure.


Preparing for an Abdominal CT Scan

Do not eat or drink anything four (4) hours prior to examination.

Thirty minutes before exam, drink one bottle of oral CT contrast.

If intravenous contrast is needed, it will be administered at the start of the exam.

Patients may experience a warm sensation throughout the body after the contrast injection and a metallic taste in the mouth.


CT Scan Results

Images from the CT exam are reviewed and interpreted by a MedCross radiologist, who will dictate a report, which is transcribed and sent to the healthcare provider who ordered the exam.


Fo r mo re i nfo r mat i o n ab o u t ‘ med c ro s s i mag i n g L LC ’ v i s i t u s o n

htt p :/ / medc ros s imagi ngl lc . co m /

CONTACT US


http://medcrossimagingllc.com/

http://medcrossimagingllc.com/

best ct scan in atlanta

Healthcare