CT Angio Upper Limb

CT Angio Upper Limb

What is the CT Angio Upper Limb ?

An CT Angio Upper Limb is an imaging test in which a contrast medium is used to diagnose the vessels injury of the upper limb.

Why is it done?

Doctors recommend this imaging procedure if you have:-

• Aneurysm of upper limb vessel
•  To detect  blockage 
•  To detect narrowing
• To diagnose inflammation of vessel
• Atherosclerosis

In which case CT Angio Upper Limb is not performed ? 

Pregnancy(because radiation harms the baby),  adverse reaction from iodine.

How Does One Prepare For This Test?

Stop  drinking and eating anything from midnight before the examination. You need to bring the all medical and blood report or any medication you are taking. If you are diabetic patient  you need to stop taking medicine(insulin)with proper guidance of the doctor for this scan.

What Is The Procedure For CT Angio Upper Limb?

In this procedure you need to lie supine on a table . IV line is inserted in your arm and then dye is injected through IV line( 90-100ML) while performing the scan. 

Aftercare

 After angiography IV line is removed from your arm. You have to drink water after scanning for faster removal of contrast material.

Cost of CT Angio Upper Limb in Delhi

CT Angio Upper Limb test cost near me in Delhi typically ranges from INR 13800 to INR 14800, depending on the diagnostic center.