NCCT LS Spine

NCCT LS Spine is a Non-contrast computed tomography scan for the lumbosacral spine. It is used to produce images of the lumbar portion of the spine. The lumbar portion is the lowest portion of the spine, made up of five vertebral bones. This scan is used to diagnose/detect the problems and causes of problems such as a herniated disc, infection, low back pain, spine-based birth defects, weakness in legs etc.

Why is NCCT LS Spine Done?

1. To diagnose the cause of lower back pain accompanied by fever
2. To assess the birth defects affecting the spine
3. To diagnose a herniated disk
4. If the patient is having symptoms such as infection, weakness, numbness, or other problems with the legs
5. To detect injury to the lower spine
6. To find the cause of lower back pain
7. To diagnose multiple sclerosis and osteoarthritis
8. A patient suffering from a pinched nerve
9. To detect cancer

What is the procedure for NCCT LS Spine?

CT Radiologist will explain the procedure for NCCT LS Spine 

In Which case NCCT LS Spine is not Performed? 

In case of pregnancy, an NCCT LS Spine is not performed.

Cost of NCCT LS Spine

The NCCT LS Spine test cost near me in Delhi usually ranges from INR 4500 to INR 5500, depending on the diagnostic centre.