CT or Computed Tomography refers to images produced by an x-ray tube that rotates around the body.  The resulting images can be digitally “stacked” together, providing different views of the body and even 3D images.  

CT gives more detailed information than plain X-rays, and are used to view and diagnose many things including, but not limited to:

• Fractures for surgical planning  
• Cancer diagnosis or follow up during and after treatment 
• Locate infections
• Confirm blood clots
• Detect internal injuries and bleeding after trauma 

Some CT exams include an injection of contrast to help highlight the areas of your body being examined. The iodinated contrast material is injected into an IV in your arm or PowerPort and highlights your blood vessels and internal organs. The IV contrast can give the radiologist much more information to make an accurate diagnosis.  

When imaging your intestines you may also be asked to drink water or oral contrast to assist with expanding your intestines for a better look inside. The type of contrast depends on the reason you are having the CT exam and is determined by your physician and the radiologist.

AT FHP WE OFFER

• All general CT
• All CT angiography
• CT Guided Biopsies 
• CT Guided Procedures including:
  1. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Lumbar Punctures
  2. Myelograms
  3. Nephrostomy Tube Placements and Exchanges
  4. Procedures for Acute Illnesses Such as Chest Tubes, Abscess Drains, Thoracentesis and Paracentesis  

SPECIALTY SERVICES

• CT Lung Screening
• CT Cardiac Angiography
• CT Cardiac Calcium Scoring
• CT Enterography
• CT Parathyroid
• CT Neuroperfusion (Stroke Imaging)