CT Scan

CT Scan – sometimes called a CAT Scan – is a short-form (acronym) for a Computerized Axial Tomography Scan. A CT Scan typically combines multiple rotating X-Rays along with hi-end computerized processing to produce a more detailed ‘picture’ of the inner structures of a body – including bones, tissues, and organs. A CT Scan offers significantly greater detail and clarity as compared to a regular X-Ray(it’s a bit like looking inside a slice of bread, instead of an outer view of the entire loaf). A CT scan is typically done on our spine, heart, head, chest, abdomen, abdomen, and knee. During a CT scan, the body is made to pass through a tunnel-like machine that rotates through a 360-degree arc as it takes X-Ray images in rapid succession.

These images are subsequently fed into a computer to produce an ‘all-around’ 2D snapshot of any part of the body. A minimally invasive and painless procedure, a CT scan can be done on any part of the body in little time. While essentially 2D in nature (ie, producing two-dimensional image slices), a CT Scan can also be employed to create 3D images. A CT Scan cost depends on the body parts which you want to scan. In Our center, we are using modern CT scanners that use ultra low dose CT which has radiation comparable to only 5-7 x-ray. In our center, we follow the ALARA Principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) and give the minimal radiation possible during the scan.