If there is a need to scan the thyroid gland, most of the time it can be done using an ultrasound scan. If further testing is needed, sometimes a doctor will order what's called a thyroid scan. A thyroid scan is a picture of the thyroid gland. This is taken after a small dose of a radioactive isotope, that is normally absorbed by the thyroid cells, has been injected or swallowed. This helps a physician determine if a growth on the thyroid is an active part of the thyroid tissue or not.
the ct scan said thyroid is hetergenous in apperance their is mild enlargement of the right lobe of the thyroid
No, a thyroid scan and a CT scan are two different imaging techniques used for distinct purposes. A thyroid scan typically uses radioactive isotopes to evaluate thyroid function and detect abnormalities, while a CT scan employs X-rays to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body. They are not interchangeable and are used based on specific clinical indications.
Sonograms and computed tomography scans (CT scans ) help to determine the size of the thyroid gland and location of abnormalities. A nuclear medicine scan may be used to assess thyroid function
Can I smoke before ct scan
There are no generally contraindicated medications after a contrast enhanced Ct Scan.
should you eat before having a ct scan of the chest and abdomen
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No, you cannot see an ulcer on a ct scan.
Side effect of cervical ct scan?
Yes, it is possible to CT scan a child.
I looked your question up on google translate and CT scan is "Tomografia computarizada" but just CT is "CT" english to spanish