CECT Chest

CECT Chest Scan

CECT Chest is a contrast study of the chest in which contrast medium/dye is used to visualize the internal structure of the chest and their pathology.

Why is it done?

Doctors recommend this test to look for any underlying problems in the chest concerns like:

• Assess Congenital Abnormalities.
• Injury in blood vessels , lungs and ribs etc.
• Tumors
• Pneumonia
• Tuberculosis

In which case CECT chest is  not performed ? 

If you are pregnant and have a chance to become pregnant and if you have a severe allergic reaction from iodine.

What Is The Procedure For CECT Chest ?

It is a radiological examination in which a dye is injected and images are taken in arrested inspiration.

How Does One Prepare For This Test?

Fasting employed for 4-6 hours prior to the examination. You need to bring the serum creatinine report. You will most likely be requested to change the hospital gown.

Aftercare

After completion of the examination cannula is removed from your forearm. You need to drink a lot of water after examination for faster excretion of contrast material.

Cost of  CECT Chest  in Delhi

The CECT Chest test cost near me in Delhi typically ranges from INR 6000 to INR 7000, depending on the diagnostic center.