This article will elaborate on CECT KUB, its need and its cost in Delhi NCR.
What is a CECT KUB?
CECT is the short form of contrast-enhanced computed tomography. CECT KUB is a radiological procedure, which uses contrast with motorised X-rays for the detection of abnormalities in the KUB. Contrast is used for clear and detailed images for easy and early detection of disorders. CECT can assess abnormalities like kidney stones, and bladder obstructions, and detect abnormal growth in the bladder, kidney, ureter etc.
What is the need for a CECT KUB?
CECT KUB is needed to show the KUB-related abnormalities:
- To look for kidney, ureter and bladder structure/anatomy.
- To look for the inflammations in the kidneys, ureter or bladder.
- To look for congenital disorders in KUB.
- To look for urinary obstruction, hematuria and urinary retention.
- To look for injuries or tears in kidneys, ureter and bladder.
- To look for the infections of the KUB.
- To look for the kidney abscessesions and lesions.
- To look at the efficiency of a transplanted kidney.
- To guide the kidney surgeries or transplants.
Precautions before going for KUB CECT
In a CECT procedure, patients are advised not to take any food before 4 hours of the scan and also avoid any form of drinking before 2 hours of the scan. The patient will be administered contrast intravenously (IV). Patients need to inform the doctor if she is pregnant, CT is avoided during pregnancy because of complications for an unborn baby.
Also, a patient needs to provide the following information:
Blood test: A blood test will ensure that the contrast will be safe to consume.
Diet: You will be asked to consume only certain food types and drinks before the scan and what to avoid.
Medication: Inform the healthcare provider about the medications the patient is taking, some medicines can have allergic effects with the contrast. Eg. Diabetic medicine metformin (Glucophage) needs to be stopped for some time before the scan.
CECT KUB procedure?
CECT KUB is performed in a CT scanner, which is a doughnut-shaped machine. The patient will be made to lie on the bed attached to the scanner, and the bed slides into the scanner for the scanning. Patients need to limit their movement because any movement can blur the CT scan images. The scanner takes pictures of the abnormal area and the bed moves back out of the scanner. The CECT takes around 75 to 90 minutes.
What is the cost of a CECT KUB in Delhi?
The cost of a CECT KUB in Delhi depends on the area, healthcare facility and healthcare provider quality. You can choose Ganesh Diagnostic for CECT KUB screening tests as they provide the best facility, quality, and Government accreditations and have expertise in healthcare with affordable prices and discounts available. (Click to know Discounts)
Why choose Ganesh Diagnostic?
Ganesh Diagnostic is one of the most reputed and prestigious Diagnostic centres that provides a 24x7x365-day facility. The quality is backed by NABH and NABL accreditations. The centre facilitates free blood sample collection at home for different tests, Get tested with the best diagnostic centre. Grab the opportunity of available discounts and book an appointment.
List of CECT scans available in Ganesh Diagnostic Centre:
- CECT Abdomen (Book Now)
- CECT Thorax (Book Now)
- CECT Whole Abdomen (Book Now)
- CECT left hand (Book Now)
- CECT lower chest (Book Now)
- CECT right forearm (Book Now)
- CECT left wrist joint (Book Now)
- CECT right shoulder joint (Book Now)
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Conclusion
CECT KUB is a painless procedure that uses contrast material with X-rays and computer technology to create detailed cross-sectional images or slices of the KUB. The scan will help in the diagnosis of different abnormalities of kidney, ureter, or bladder obstructions, kidney efficiency, used to guide kidney surgeries etc. Cost depends on the healthcare facility and the area of the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
What is a CECT KUB?
CECT KUB is an imaging diagnostic tool that uses contrast and X-rays with the computer for disorder detection in the kidney, ureter and bladder.
What is the full form of CT?
The full form of CT is computed tomography.
Is CT and CAT the same?
CT means computed tomography and CAT means computed axial tomography and both are the same.
What does a CECT KUB show?
CECT KUB is used to show the reason for kidney stones, bladder obstructions, abnormal growth in the bladder, kidney and ureter etc.
What is the difference between a CT scan and a PET scan?
CT uses X-rays with computer technology while PET scans use radioactive tracers for the detection of abnormalities.
When to go for a CECT KUB?
Patients should not avoid any symptoms related to kidney, ureter and bladder abnormalities or disorders. Patients should go for screening to avoid any delay in diagnosis and treatment. (Click for screening)
How long does a CECT KUB take?
CECT KUB can take around 75 to 90 minutes.
Is a CECT KUB painful?
CECT KUB is a painless procedure, but some patients may feel uncomfortable if they have claustrophobia (fear of closed spaces).
What are the side effects of a CECT KUB?
There are no known side effects of CECT scans, but frequent exposure to the X-rays can trigger abnormalities and also patient needs to check for allergies before taking contrast.
What is the cost of a CECT KUB?
Cost depends on the area and the healthcare facility provider. You can choose Ganesh Diagnostic for heavy discounts and the best facility or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 for price confirmation. (Book Now)
How to download the CT scan report at home?
You can click on the Ganesh Diagnostic Centre website to download the report.
How to find a CECT KUB scan near me?
You can type a CECT KUB near me in Google search for the nearest centres available or click here for consultation.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
