Whole Body CT
A Whole Body CT is a comprehensive screening scan of your lungs, heart, abdomen and pelvis. The lung CT has the capability of detecting potentially malignant nodules early as well as detecting aortic aneurysms and calcium deposits within plaque in the coronary arteries. The Whole Body scan can also detect masses in the liver, spleen, pancreas, retroperitoneum and pelvis. With early detection comes early diagnosis and treatment therefore providing patients with a better outcome.
CT scanning utilizes sophisticated computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross-sectional images that enable detailed evaluation of anatomy and pathology. Oral and intravenous contrast material is often used to differentiate internal structures. Utilizing our 64-slice CT scanner, images are obtained in a fast manner therefore risk of exposure to radiation is minimal. The scan may provide the earliest detection for cancer and other abnormalities in the chest, abdomen and pelvis.
Who are the candidates for Whole Body CT screening?
People with a family history of heart disease or cancer, or a personal history of smoking, obesity, or environmental risk factors such as asbestos exposure are canditates for Whole Body CT screening.
Whole Body scans can detect:
- Disease of the spine
- Kidney & Gall stones
- Cysts or Tumors
- Prostate Disease
- Endocrine Disease
- Diseases of the lungs
- Heart Disease
- Cancer
- Vascular Disease
- Ovarian Disease
- Aneurysms
- Osteoporosis
