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CT General Radiology

It is a more advanced diagnostic test performed with specialized equipment that uses X-rays to acquire a three-dimensional still image of the body part(s) of interest.
The patient lies on a table which slides them through a ‘donut-shaped’ machine that acts like a camera and scans the patient’s body. X-rays pass through the body and the patient does not feel a thing.
Some CT Scans require the use of contrast (“dye”) which is a special colorless liquid injected into a blood vessel. This dye travels along in the blood until it reaches the organ(s) of interest and is absorbed for a few seconds duration, giving the organ(s) a different ‘colour’ on X-rays. Images are quickly taken of the organ(s) before the dye ‘washes away’ and ends up in the kidneys that filter the dye into the urine. The dye is later removed when you drink a lot of water and visit the toilet.
This test is performed by a trained professional (Medical Imaging Technologist) and interpreted/ reported by a qualified Radiologist.
This test is conducted in a safe environment with a doctor and nurse on standby. Any associated risks of this test are minimal and out-weigh the benefits. Any preparations needed for the test can be advised during booking.