Category: Chest Scans

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What to expect before, during, and after a CT scan with contrast

Learn more about why your doctor recommended a CT scan with contrast, see what conditions it can help detect, and find out what to expect during your scan....
December 10, 2024 – 8 min read
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Preparing for your chest CT scan: what to expect

Learn what you need to know about getting ready for a chest CT scan, including what you can expect during your scan, and what happens after your scan is complete....
March 26, 2024 – 10 min read

Chest CT Scan for Your Heart: Who Benefits the Most?

A CT scan uses X-rays to take multiple cross-sectional images of the body. A computer then combines those images to create a clear, 3D view of the internal organs. CT scans can help...

March 23, 2022 – 2 min read

What a Chest CT Scan Can Reveal About Your Lungs

November 9, 2021 – 0 min read

How a Chest CT Scan Helps Your Doctor Diagnose Lung Symptoms

If you have been experiencing shortness of breath, pain or discomfort that your doctor thinks may be related to your lungs, he or she may order a chest CT scan. What is a...

May 18, 2017 – 2 min read