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 CT (Computed Tomography) General Info | Abdomen & Pelvis | Angiography | Cardiac Calcium Scoring | Chest | Colonography | Head | Pediatric | Sinuses | Spine | View Full Exam List  What is a CT scan?Computed Tomography, or CT, is an x-ray examination performed by a special scanner and computer. It provides more highly detailed images of the body's tissues and vessels than conventional x-rays. The CT scanner takes pictures (images) of the body in multiple cross-sections or slices, similar to the slices in a loaf of bread. The computer collects the data and generates images that are interpreted by your Radiologist (a medical doctor trained in x-ray diagnosis and medical imaging). After your Radiologist provides a diagnosis based upon the interpretation, he or she sends a report to your doctor. A medical imaging technologist and a Radiologist perform your CT exam. Many CT exams are very quick and can be completed in a matter of minutes. The longest exam may take 15 minutes. How is CT used? A CT scan is a painless, non-invasive method to view the health of tissues and vessels throughout the body. It diagnoses diseases and disorders of the digestive system organs, urinary system, appendix, liver, spleen, pancreas and kidneys. It also locates or confirms the presence of tumors, identifies sources of pain, and diagnoses vascular disorders that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or kidney failure. CT examinations aid in planning radiation treatments for tumors and guiding biopsies and other minimally invasive procedures. CT Image Gallery Click on the thumbnails for a larger view.
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