Can I do CT scan without doctor order?

Yes, your doctor must give you a referral (prescription) in order for you to receive a computed tomography (CT) imaging examination. However, CT can often be performed on an outpatient basis without having to admit the patient to the hospital.

Can I just get a CT scan?

A computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan allows doctors to see inside your body. It uses a combination of X-rays and a computer to create pictures of your organs, bones, and other tissues. It shows more detail than a regular X-ray. You can get a CT scan on any part of your body.

Which is better CT scan or PET scan?

PET/CT scans provide significantly more information than CT scans, and are far more reliable when diagnosing cancer. The reality is that you cannot rely on a CT scan (or ultrasound, MRI, or blood test) to tell you if you have cancer. It is only with a PET/CT scan that you will know for sure.

Will CT scan show inflammation?

Why It’s Done. An abdominal CAT scan can detect signs of inflammation, infection, injury or disease of the liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, stomach, intestines, pancreas, and adrenal glands. It is also used to look at blood vessels and lymph nodes in the abdomen.

Can you get a CT scan without a prescription?

Health Screenings We provide a number of early detection health screenings that you can receive without a prescription from your doctor. These include ultrasounds and CT scans that can possibly detect disease well before a symptom appears. Many of the diseases include killers like cancer and heart disease.

Why would my doctor order a chest CT scan?

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

How do I get a foot scan?

You will come to our offices and fill out paperwork as if you were at a new doctor’s office. You will then be directed to the couch of the scanner where you will be instructed to lay feet first. This painless scan will take approximately 90 seconds to be completed.

What health screenings can I get without a prescription?

We provide a number of early detection health screenings that you can receive without a prescription from your doctor. These include ultrasounds and CT scans that can possibly detect disease well before a symptom appears. Many of the diseases include killers like cancer and heart disease.