Absolute CT
Computerised Tomography (CT) has transformed what we are able to see inside the human body.
CT obtains three dimensional images of the body by using low dose x-rays.
While you lie on the table a rotating x-ray source uses small amounts of radiation to measure the density of your tissues. This is converted into pictures by a computer that the radiologist can then used to identify disease.
Our state-of-the-art scanner is built by Siemens in Germany.
CT PROCEDURES
Select procedure for more patient information:
We perform ALL CT examinations. These are selection of specialised procedures for more patient information. If you wish to know more, and your examination is not on our list, please give us a call.
SEDATION INFO
If you require sedation for this procedure you will need to discuss this in advance with your GP.
If this is required they can provide you with a prescription for a sedative to collect from your chemist. You will need to bring this prescription with you to your appointment and to have advised us in advance that you require sedation as additional monitoring of will be required prior to your procedure and after your procedure.
You will also require someone to drive you home, and stay with you for the next 24 hours
Side effects of some sedation medications can last for up to 24 hours following administration. You may not remember some of the information discussed, this is a normal side effect.
For the next 24 hours you should not:
Drive or operate any vehicles or machinery
Drink alcohol
Make any important decisions
Sign any legal documents
Travel unaccompanied
Have Questions?
Don’t hesitate to call or email us.
Simply walk-in for your next CT scan!
You do not need to book an appointment for a CT scan. Just walk-in anytime with your referral form.
Safety Info
Sometimes we will inject a fluid into a vein before the scan starts, to help quantify functional changes in the organs like the liver and kidneys, as well as the arteries and veins themselves. This fluid contains traces of iodine, so it is important that we are alerted to any allergies that you might have. Additionally because the scanner uses x-rays we need to know if pregnancy is a possibility.
Please feel free to call us to discuss any questions or concerns you may have with our team. We are here to assist you in every way.