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A cat scan or CT scan (same thing) shows doctors a slice of the bodies insides, it is good for diagnosing problems with bones and soft organs like liver, bowel, spleen, and pancreas. Plain xrays only show bones and its 2 dimensional. MRIs are good for muscles and tissues like tendons.
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∙ 14y agoComputed tomography. It is a method where x-rays pictures are digitally enhanced by a computer to give a three dimensional picture of the object under test.
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Are lymph nodes revealed on a cat scan?
do lymph nodes show on a cat scan
What is the difference between a body cat scan and a general cat scan?
They are just as they say. An abdominal cat scan is just of that area and a pelvic cat scan is just of that area. Usually if an abdominal cat scan is ordered a pelvis is included so as to cover all things in both areas but if a pelvic cat scan is ordered it usually does not include the abdomen.
Do you have to stay home after you get a CAT scan?
You do not have to stay home after a CAT scan. The procedure has no residual effects. After you leave the clinic or hospital, you can resume normal activities if you are otherwise healthy.
Can you have a cat scan if your on amoxicillin?
yes
Will cat scan show kidney stones with or without contrast?
Without. I had a cat scan this morning for that very reason and no contrast was needed.
What is the common name for CAT scan?
uuuh lets seee........ a cat scan!
What does CT scan stand for?
cat scan
Are lymph nodes revealed on a cat scan?
do lymph nodes show on a cat scan
What type of procedure is a PET scan?
cat scan
What is the difference between a body cat scan and a general cat scan?
They are just as they say. An abdominal cat scan is just of that area and a pelvic cat scan is just of that area. Usually if an abdominal cat scan is ordered a pelvis is included so as to cover all things in both areas but if a pelvic cat scan is ordered it usually does not include the abdomen.
Do you have to stay home after you get a CAT scan?
You do not have to stay home after a CAT scan. The procedure has no residual effects. After you leave the clinic or hospital, you can resume normal activities if you are otherwise healthy.
What does CAT stand for in cat-scan?
Computerized Axial Tomography
Can you have a cat scan if your on amoxicillin?
yes
How do you get a CAT Scan in Lahore?
CAT SCAN is a medical procedure and so it would need to be arranged by a doctor or health-care professional.
Will cat scan show kidney stones with or without contrast?
Without. I had a cat scan this morning for that very reason and no contrast was needed.
What test is used to diagnosis kidney ailment?
MRI Scan and CAT Scan.
CAT scan after bone removal can not be seen by a surgeon or radioligist. Is this possible?
CAT scan after bone removal can not be seen by a surgeon or radioligist. Is this possible?
