the benefits of CT Scan

We might have heard about CT scans from a lot of different places. Now, what actually are CT scans? A Computed Tomography or commonly referred to as CT scan is actually a special kind of X-ray test performed on the body. They essentially produce cross-sectional images of the body and its organs. The inventors of the CT scan were awarded a Nobel Prize for their work, this in itself should tell you how important they are. Doctors are increasingly prescribing undergoing CT scans for detecting certain illnesses and injuries. The doctor cannot use plan film type X-ray to see some very small lumps or nodules that are present on the organs inside your body or elsewhere. CT scans are usually performed on certain parts of the body, the parts where your doctor might think something is going on. The CT scan essentially produces a lot of sliced images of the affected part, much like slicing a bun into thin layers to find out any inconsistencies in the tissues. They are also typically used to detect problems in some parts of the bone, and lungs. After an individual has had a traumatic accident, CT scans can also be used to isolate the area of the blood clots inside the body. 

They also serve a surgical use, doctors often use a CT scanner to help them maneuver inside the patient's body during an operation. It is extensively used by oncologists to determine the effectiveness of the current treatment regime of the patient. To see if the cancerous tumors are shrinking or not. A CT scan is painless and you have nothing to be worried about If you are to get one.

Benefits of getting a CT Scan at Harding Radiology

• Only the latest equipment is used at Harding Radiology, they do not use outdated or old equipment.
• If you are a patient who is going to get a CT scan at Harding Radiology, then you can avail their free transport services.
• Harding Radiology has received the prestigious ‘Accredited' tag by the "American College of Radiology" for their CT, MRI, and mammography services.
• Only radiologist and nurses certified by the board are hired at Harding radiology.
• Harding is one of the very few diagnostic radiology centers that provide walk-ins and emergency appointments in the surrounding areas.
• Reports and images of the performed radiology scans are usually available to the patient on the same day, thus giving you more time for a faster and efficient recovery and also helps in critical cases like cancer detection.
• At Harding Radiology, the process to book appointments is very simple, you can either use their own web interface to schedule an appointment or you can call them on their helpline and give your details.
• The environment In and around Harding Radiology is very calm and quiet. Our machines are regularly calibrated and serviced so that they do not make unwanted noise.
• The parking facility at Harding Radiology is dedicated and can handle almost all the traffic it sees in a day. This ensures that you do not have to walk too much to reach Harding radiology.