CT
The CT-scan, short for computed tomography scan, is an examination that uses X-rays.
Its principle it consists in producing cross-sectional images of the body. The X-ray tube will spin around you as the examination table you are resting on enters the gantry. Thanks to an elaborate computer system, images are acquired, and reconstructions are made in three dimensions. This examination has the advantage of giving very precise information.
Up to 1h30 depending on the scanned region
- It is important to let us know if you have any allergies or thyroid disease.
- Pregnancy in progress or desired
Diabetic patients:
On the day of the examination, in case it is necessary to be on an empty stomach: ask your doctor how to manage your treatment, in particular insulin, so as not to have hypoglycaemia.
Before the examination:
- When making the appointment, we will let you know if you have to be on an empty stomach.
- Make sure to drink enough already the day before the examination.
- The examination request from your doctor
- Your insurance card or accident report
Our medical staff will accompany you throughout your visit to our centre.
- For abdominal examinations, you may be asked to drink a contrast medium in the waiting room 30 minutes before the examination begins. Sometimes, the technician will also perform a lower digestive opacification (enema).
- Before the examination, you will go to the changing room to undress (you will be told what clothes to take off) and you will be given a gown (open part in the back).
- During the examination, you will lie on a table that will move slowly inside the ring. You will be asked to remain as still as possible so that the images are clear and of good quality. The technician may ask you to do some breathing exercises.
- If the contrast medium is injected into your vein, you may feel a normal, temporary sensation of warmth that spreads throughout your body, as well as the impression that your bladder is full.