Our ServicesComputed Tomography
What Is Computed Tomography (CT) ?Computed Tomography (CT) is an advanced and unique imaging method of the entire body using X-ray and special computers. It takes cross-sectional images of the body with X-ray and reconstructs the information obtained from scanning with special computers to show the part of the body being studied in remarkable detail. Over a hundred different soft tissue densities can be seen.
Who Needs a CT Scan ?
Your doctor generally decides whether a CT scan is the best investigation for your condition. Common indications include patients with cancer, infection or inflammation; patients who have suffered a stroke or sustained trauma; patients with severe abdominal pain; patients with persistent fever; patients who wish to take a health check (e.g. heavy smokers). These are just a few examples of the versatilities of CT applications.
Services
We provide quality CT scanning services with the most advanced CT scanners :
GENERAL ELECTRIC Lightspeed 64-Slice Volume CT Scanner
This is the fastest CT scanner in the world and the first 64-slice CT scanner in Asia. Using breakthrough 64-slice detector technology, this revolutionary scanner enables body imaging to be done in seconds (e.g. CT coronary angiography completed in 5 – 8 seconds, CT thorax in 2 seconds, CT abdomen and pelvis in 6 seconds). For details, please see milestones.
Siemens Somatom Sensation Cardiac 64-Slice CT Scanner
The Siemens Somatom Sensation 16-Slice CT Scanner has recently been upgraded to Somatom Sensation Cardiac 64-Slice CT Scanner. For details, please see milestones.
CT Image Gallery
Below are the exquisite images taken by our 64-slice CT scanners for clinical diagnosis and investigations :
For Those Who Are Going to Have a CT Examination
How should I prepare for the examination ?
1. You will usually be required to fast for 3 hours prior to the examination.
2. If you are over 60 years of age, you may need to have a blood test for creatinine and urea.
What precautions should I take ?
Please inform your doctor of any history of known drug allergy (especially contrast medium), food allergy, history of asthma, urticaria, eczema or allergic rhinitis.
How long will the examination take ?
The examination only takes 10 to 15 minutes because most studies are performed using a single breath-hold. However, in certain examinations you may need to drink oral contrast 1 to 2 hours beforehand. You will be given instructions at the time of your appointment.
What should I do during the examination ?
To ensure that the structures being studied can be clearly shown, it is very important that you lie still and hold your breath as instructed during the examination.
What happens during the examination ?
1. The CT scanner consists of a table, a very sophisticated X-ray tube and a special array of detectors. During examination, you will lie on the CT table, which will carry you slowly through the gantry of the scanner.
2. A collimated X-ray beam will pass through your body. In this way, a number of cross-sectional images of the body are taken.
3. Intravenous or oral contrasts are usually given prior to the examination to enable the radiologist to better see the structures being studied and better diagnose your condition.
What should I do after the examination ?
You can eat or drink as usual after the examination. The result of your scan will be communicated to your referring doctor.