CT stands for Computed Tomography. 

CT is a diagnostic imaging technique that produces a sequence of detailed cross-sectional images of the region of your body that needs to be scanned.

A CT examination normally takes between 10 and 30 minutes. 

However some exams may require a longer preparation and can require you to be in the department for 60 minutes.

You should arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time to complete any necessary paperwork. 

Try to wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers, belts or buttons. You may be asked to remove jewellery, eye glasses and any other metal objects that may interfere with the images.

Depending on the part of the body that needs to be scanned you may be required to drink a certain amount of fluid before your scan. This is normally for abdominal scans and will require you to arrive 60 minutes before your appointment time. 

You may be asked to fast 2 hours before you scan.

Medications may be taken as prescribed.

At The X-ray Group we use the newest digital equipment and most up-to-date software advancements for all of our CT scanners.

This means you can be sure that you are receiving the lowest amount of radiation possible.

All CT scans are bulk-billed

The referring doctor and any other doctor you would like to include in your treatment will receive a formal report (your results) in a timely fashion.

Please make an appoinment with your Doctor to follow up your results.