Importance of CT Scan

• It helps doctors to understand when surgeries are necessary.
• It helps to reduce the need for exploratory surgeries.
• Improve cancer diagnosis and treatment.
• Guiding in treatment of common conditions such as cardiac disease, injury and stroke.
• Rapidly acquire images.
• Provide clear and specific information of disease.
• CT scans used to visualize any part of the body, including the abdomen, brain, chest, and extremities. 
• CT scans are particularly useful in detecting complex conditions like strokes, cancer, and heart disease.

What is CT Scan with Contrast?

A Contrast-CT scan may be recommended in rare cases or certain medical conditions. CT scans may proceed with or without contrast. Contrast refers to a substance injected into an IV line that causes the particular organ or tissue to visualize to see more clearly. You’ll have to wait between 60 and 90 minutes after drinking the contrast for it to spread throughout your body. Contrast examinations may require you to fast for at least 10-12 hours before the scan procedure starts. Contrast agents usually flush from your system (when you pee) within 24 hours, for this your provider will suggest you to drink a good amount of water until the bladder is full. You will need to let your doctor know if you have had kidney problems.

Types of CT Scans?

Here are some most common CT scan types:

• CT Angiography
• CT Scan Spine
• CT scan Kidneys
• CT Scan Pelvic 
• CT Scan Abdomen
• Chest CT Scan
• Neck CT Scan 
• Sinus CT Scan 
• Spine CT Scan
• Bones CT Scan 
• Brain CT Scan 
• Head CT Scan

What Are the Difference Between 64 Slice CT Scan and 128 Slice CT Scan?

Slice count makes a difference as “slice” refers to the individual tomographic image that a CT scanner captures. Each slice is a 2-D image. However, CT scanners are capable of capturing multiple slices based on rotation from different angles of the patient. Here are some points which define the difference between the 64 Slice CT Scan and 128 Slice.

64-Slice CT Scan

• 64 Slice CT scan produce normal resolution images with good details.
• The 64 slice CT scanner is a standard for hospitals and imaging centers. If it performs basic cardiac and trauma studies.
• The 64 slices machine will help to see plaque formation on the walls of arteries and heart contractions.
• The radiation exposure is moderate in 64 Slice CT scan.
• It is best for General diagnostics, brain, chest, abdomen, and orthopedic imaging.
• It covers large area but might need multiple scans.
• It is used in cardiac scan but might need to hold breath during the process.

128-Slice CT Scan

• 128 Slice CT scan is capable to produce high-resolution images more detailed as comparison to 64 Slice.
• A 128-slice CT scanner has significantly more detectors.
• A 128-slice CT scan offers faster scanning.
• The radiation exposure is low due to advanced technology.
• 128 slice CT scan is best for cardiac scans, whole-body imaging, and detecting every minute abnormalities.
• It is capable to cover wider area in a single rotation.
• It is able to capture cardiac images in a single beat.

What are the Uses of CT Scan

• To detect conditions like- Fractures (broken bones), Heart disease, Blood clots, bowel disorders, kidney stones, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, Internal bleeding.
•  In cases you can’t have MRI, because MRI usually takes more time than CT Scan.
• A CT scan allows your doctor to see your blood vessels. It also allows them to check problems like blockages that can cause diseases and other fatal events. 
• A CT scan offers a clear view of your reproductive and digestive organs.
• To find an exact placement of a tumor.
• To assess head and brain injuries. 
• Evaluate the severity of a disease and injury. 
• To understand the source of chronic or acute pain. 

What is the Procedure of a CT Scan?

Here are some steps mentioned below you need to keep in mind, which can help you to prepare before undergo the process of CT scan-

• Remove all the metal piercing and objects from your body and if you’ve had a metal implant, consult with your doctor. 
• You may be given a hospital gown to avoid any discomfort during the scan process, discomfort might interrupt the results.
• You may need fasting of at least 10-12 hours before the scan in case of Contrast agent used. 
• During the procedure you’ll lie on a scanning machine which will slide into the scanner for the scanning. The scanner will produce the images of the area and the patient needs to stay still as it can blur the images. 
• If the scan is without contrast dye it will take just 15-20 minutes and if it is used it will take around an hour or two. 
• After the process you can drink water until your bladder is full to flush out the contrast substance.
• You can continue your activities after consulting with your doctor.
• Within 24-48 hrs the report will be available online or you can get from the centre.

Book CT Scan Appointments at Carebox-

You can book your CT Scan appointment through CareBox website or connect with us over call or chat with our customer service agent, they will answer all your queries and will help you in appointment booking through CareBox. All details will be shared with you and also visible to you, you can book your appointment as per your convenience and preferred date and time. The appointment process will take less than 5 minutes.