CT Scan / Multi-Slice
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CT scans are used primarily to evaluate the internal organs of the body. It is also very helpful in evaluating broken bones, or looking at the brain and major blood vessels of the brain and body. PMI has received American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation for CT.
The PMI multi-slice CT (CAT) scanner allows scanning of multiple slices through the body simultaneously, which greatly increases the speed of the examination for the patient. The advanced technology also allows imaging of blood vessels and bones in ways not previously possible without more invasive methods or surgery. In many cases, patients are spared having a more invasive procedure, or can have fewer such procedures, based on the findings from a multi-slice CT examination. Also, the more accurate data gained about normal anatomy and disease processes within the body can give the provider the information needed for the best and most efficient treatment.
a.) Abdomen / Pelvis
Pre-Exam Instructions
- DO NOT eat or drink anything for 4 hours before your examination, with the exception of the contrast.
- Please alert the staff if you have ever had IV contrast reactions.
- You will be given 2 bottles of contrast material to drink. Drink one bottle of contrast material around bedtime (9:30 to 10:30 p.m.) the night before your examination.
- Drink 1/2 of the second bottle of contrast 1 hours before your scheduled examination.
- Bring the other 1/2 bottle of contrast with you to your examination.
- You may take normal medications the morning of the exam with minimal water.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
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b.) Head / Chest or Extremities
Pre-Exam Instructions
- Please alert the staff if you have ever had I.V. contrast reactions.
- Moderate amounts of fluid are acceptable.
- You may take normal medications with minimal water.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
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