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A special x-ray that can create detailed images of the tissues and organs in your chest.
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This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
Special x-ray images of the chest, made after you receive a dye that helps highlight the organs
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
The test is done in the following way:
The complete scan takes 30 seconds to a few minutes. Certain CT scans require a special dye, called contrast, to be delivered into the body before the test starts. Contrast highlights specific areas inside the body and creates a clearer image. If your doctor requests a CT scan with intravenous contrast, you will be given it through a vein (IV) in your arm or hand. A blood test to measure your kidney function may be done before the test. This test is to make sure your kidneys are healthy enough to filter the contrast. Some people may have discomfort from lying on the hard table. Contrast given through an IV may cause a slight burning sensation, a metallic taste in the mouth, and a warm flushing of the body. These sensations are normal and usually go away within a few seconds. There is no recovery time, unless you were given medicine to relax. After a CT scan, you can go back to your normal diet, activity, and medications.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
A special x-ray that can create detailed images of the blood vessels in your chest.
This x-ray creates images of the lungs, heart, ribs, and other structures in the chest.
This x-ray creates an image of the lungs, heart, ribs, and other structures in the chest.
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