CT Pulmonary Angiography

What is CT Pulmonary Angiography?

A CT Pulmonary Angiography is a procedure that uses a special dye to see your lung's blood vessels and to diagnose blood clots in the lungs.

Why is it done?

Doctors recommend this radiology test if you have:-

• Pulmonary embolism ( blood clot which blocked the pulmonary artery)
• Detection of filling defect 

In which case CT Pulmonary Angiography is not performed? 

If you are pregnant and have a chance to become pregnant. If you have an allergic reaction to iodine.

How Does One Prepare For This Test?

Don’t drink or eat anything after midnight before the examination. You need to bring the all medical report or any medication you are taking. If you are a diabetic patient you need to ask your doctor if you should take insulin. You need to wear a hospital gown. A minimum of 6 hours of fasting is necessary.

What Is The Procedure For CT Pulmonary Angiography?

In this examination you need to lie on your back on the table and arms are placed on the sides then first plain scans are performed. The IV line is inserted in your arm. The electrode is placed on your chest to evaluate your cardiac activity and then dye is injected while performing the scan.

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 CT Pulmonary Angiography in Delhi

CT Pulmonary Angiography test cost near me in Delhi typically ranges from INR 12000 to INR 13000, depending on the diagnostic center.