Question 1

Is a doctor's prescription mandatory for a CT Scan Chest Contrast Test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a doctor’s note is mandatory for getting a  CT Scan Chest Contrast Test done.

Question 2

Are there any discounts running on MFine for the CT Scan Chest Contrast Test?

Accepted Answer

You can avail of up to 50% discount on MFine for  CT Scan Chest Contrast Test. This may vary based on your location and the preferred lab partner.

Question 3

Will I get a report analysis after the test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your report analysis will be done by an expert doctor for free on the MFine app.

Question 4

Are there any packages available on MFine for scans?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is the Healthy Heart Package and Complete Pollution Package that you can avail of through MFine. These packages include multiple scans to detect problems or diseases.

Question 5

Can I reschedule my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can reschedule your appointment. However, it is subject to the availability of slots.

Question 6

What is a CT Scan Chest Contrast Test?

Accepted Answer

CT scan test is a process of getting 3-dimensional X-ray images of the chest, especially the lungs, obtained by a tunnel-shaped machine. When a contrast dye is used to compare certain images of the lungs. With the help of intravenous injection, a contrast dye is injected into the body.

Question 7

Who should get the CT Scan Chest Contrast Test performed?

Accepted Answer

This test is used to visualize the lungs in all dimensions and therefore a person who has symptoms like chronic cough, fever, or breathlessness may be asked by a lung doctor (pulmonologist) to go through this test. Patients with lung cancer, Covid-19, pneumonia, or interstitial lung diseases can be diagnosed through this test.

Question 8

Is there any risk included with this test?

Accepted Answer

The main and the biggest risk of this test is exposure to radiation in the machine room and during the procedure. Some people may not tolerate it and they will experience some discomfort. Persons who have existing kidney diseases may have some worse kidney-related symptoms.

Question 9

How long does it take to do this test?

Accepted Answer

The procedure of this test will take about an hour to complete. While injecting the contrast dye, it takes a few minutes to hours to be taken up by the body which may change from person to person.

Question 10

Is the CT Scan Chest Contrast Test a painful test?

Accepted Answer

No, the CT Scan Chest Contrast Test is a painless, accurate, and non-invasive test. but when a contrast dye is taken, it may involve a small pinprick, but usually, it is not painful.

Question 11

Which test is better- CT Scan Chest Contrast Test or an MRI?

Accepted Answer

CT Scan Chest Contrast Test is a fast and easy process done in case of emergency so, a CT Scan of the Chest with Contrast is preferred by your doctor over an MRI. The time taken for a CT scan chest contrast is considerably less, and the patient experiences less or no discomfort during the test process.

Question 12

How many CT scans are required?

Accepted Answer

A number of CT scans of the chest can be done to decide the order of medical professionals based on your diseases and symptoms. This test may be performed again after a course of medicines or after surgery to assess the prognosis.

Question 13

Can a CT Scan Chest Contrast Test detect Covid-19?

Accepted Answer

Yes, A CT Scan Chest Contrast Test is related to the chest and the Covid-19 test is also related to the chest test. So, a CT Scan Chest Contrast Test can detect Covid-19 infection too.

Question 14

Do I need a prescription for a CT Scan Chest Contrast Test to be performed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, A CT Scan Chest Contrast Test needs a prescription from a doctor ( pulmonologist or a physician) to perform this test.

Question 15

What does an abnormal CT scan contrast test indicate?

Accepted Answer

If your CT Scan Chest Contrast Test reports are abnormal, then it may indicate the presence of diseases or pathology. You should consult your physician or pulmonologist for further treatment. And it is advised to visit a doctor for interpretation of your reports.

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