CT Head and Left Orbit - Test, Procedure & Cost

A CT(computed Tomography) Head and Left Orbit is an imaging procedure that is used to create a picture of both the head and left orbit.  It is used to evaluate the brain, brain stem, skull, left eye and left orbital socket for detecting issues and abnormalities.

Why is CT Head and Left Orbit Done?

The result of the procedure helps diagnose various conditions such as

• Stroke, trauma, congenital defects, bleeding, suspected masses in the brain
• Injury,  congenital effects, broken left eye socket bone, presence of foreign objects in the left eye socket.
• Infection in the eye area
• Nerve supply problem in optic nerve
• The problem is in blood vessels as well as left eye muscles.

What is the procedure for CT Head and Left Orbit?

CT Radiologist will explain the procedure for CT Head and Left Orbit

In which cases CT Head and Left Orbit is not done?

In the case of pregnancy, CT Head and Left Orbit is avoided because of radiation exposure. Pregnant ladies are always instructed to inform the doctor/ radiology nurse about the pregnancy before undergoing the procedure.

Risks/ Side Effects

No risks/ side effects are associated with this scan.

Cost of CT Head and Left Orbit

The cost of CT Head and Left Orbit near me in Delhi ranges from INR to INR