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CECT Lower Chest - Test, Cost & Procedure

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CECT Lower Chest

Book CECT Lower Chest Appointment Online at the best price in Delhi/NCR from Ganesh Diagnostic. NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic centre in Delhi offering a wide range of Radiology & Pathology tests. Get Free Ambulance & Free Sample collection from Home. 24 Hour Open.

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What is the CECT Lower Chest?

CECT Lower Chest is a contrast study of the lower chest region in which a contrast medium is used to visualize the internal structure of the chest and its pathology.

Why is it done?

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

  • Inflammation 
  • Injury in blood vessels, lungs, ribs, etc.
  • Tumors
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis
  • Cystic fibrosis 
  • Plan for radiation therapy 
  • To evaluate the cause of chest diseases such as cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain.

How Does One Prepare For This Test?

Fasting is employed for 4-6 hours prior to the examination. You need to bring the serum creatinine and all other reports. You need to change into a hospital gown.

What Is The Procedure For CECT Lower Chest?

It is a radiological examination in which a contrast is injected through the cannula and images are taken in arrested inhalation.

Aftercare

After completion of the examination, the 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 Lower Chest  in Delhi

The CECT Lower Chest test cost near me in Delhi typically ranges from INR 2500 to INR 5000, depending on the diagnostic center.

Book CECT Lower Chest online at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre

To provide hassle-free diagnostic service we also provide online service to book your appointment. At Ganesh Diagnostic, you can book CECT Lower Chest online by scheduling your appointment. Quick, non-invasive CT Scan appointment is available for detailed insights into your body. Schedule now for a comprehensive health assessment. We are 24/7 Open at your service.

Test Type CECT Lower Chest
Includes

CECT Lower Chest (CT Scan)

Preparation
  • Remove the object that contains Metal, such as Jewellery, Hair Clips, Watches, Rings, or any other similar object from scanning part of the body, so as to avoid a bright or blank spot on the diagnostic film.
  • You must inform the technologist, radiology nurse, and/or physician if you have allergies, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are on medication.
  • Minimum 4 hours fasting required.
  • You can drink water.
  • Latest (1 Week) Serum Creatinine or KFT report required.
  • Doctor’s Prescription.
  • Bring all documents related to medical history.
  • Carry your ID Proof.
Reporting

Within 4-6 hours*

Test Price ₹ 2500 ₹ 5000
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ

CECT Lower Chest is a contrast-based study in which, a contrast medium is used. The contrast medium helps your doctor to visualize the internal structure of the Lower Chest region in a more defined manner.

Doctors recommend the scan in case of:

  • Pneumonia
  • Injury in blood vessels, ribs, lungs, etc.
  • Trauma
  • Planning radiation therapy 
  • Inflammation 
  • Cystic fibrosis 
  • Tuberculosis
  • Tumors
  • To evaluate chest diseases cause example cough, breath shortness, and chest pain.

If you are pregnant or if you have an allergy to any known drug or element, the scan is not performed.

CECT Lower Chest are called the Contrast-Enhanced Computed Tomography scans of the Lower Chest region. This imaging test creates a three-dimensional scan image of the Lower Chest region using a special dye and radiations.

The CECT test for the Lower Chest region takes about 20 to 40 minutes. Most of the time for the complete process is spent preparing for the scan as the test per se only takes almost 10 minutes.

Yes, the Lower Chest region scan uses a special contrast dye that helps produce enhanced-resolution scan images. These images help in the diagnosis and evaluation of the internal structures.

Yes, you are suggested to fast for 4-5 hours before your Lower Chest region scan. You can drink water.

No, the CECT scan for the Lower Chest region stays as a pain-free procedure that employs a non-invasive technique to visualise the internal structures of the arm for any disease or abnormality.

Yes, the  CECT Lower Chest is a safe and important diagnostic procedure that is used to visualise the structures of the Lower Chest region for any abnormality.

Yes, you need to get the creatinine report to get the scan. Although, the scan can be done in life-threatening situations only with your doctor's prescription even with an increased level of creatinine.

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