Lung Scan

Just like the heart, the lungs play a vital role in health. Thoracic and lung cancers are complex malignancies that are only detected once they reach the final stages. However, CT scans for Lung cancer have revolutionized this concept of detection and diagnosis.

Early detection makes all the difference. Therefore, our comprehensive and quick CT scan of lungs can provide insight into your lung health. Advanced algorithms and lung imaging allow our pulmonary specialists to analyze and detect any abnormal growth at the initial stages of the disease.

Lung scanning is an imaging test for early detection of lung cancer or lung diseases. The thoracic region is scanned and analyzed, focusing on the lungs to detect tumors or abnormal tissue growth.

Here’s what you need to know:

If you cough up blood or have difficulty breathing, this is a sign to go for a normal chest X-ray. Moreover, if you are experiencing a persistent cough that is not going away, chest pain, or constant tiredness, these are the early signs and symptoms of lung cancer.

Consider going for a chest CT scan if you:

• Are a heavy smoker or have recently quit smoking. Our lung scan for smokers can help you evaluate your lung health.
• Have a family history of lung diseases.
• Have respiratory infections like bronchitis or pneumonia.
• Work in a polluted environment.
• Experience symptoms like shortness of breath after a minimal activity or wheezing sound.

Your healthcare provider might suggest you go for a lung CT scan to:

• Find any blood clots or tumors in the chest.
• Evaluate chest injuries
• Diagnose any abnormalities
• Check unexplained symptoms and find their root cause.
• Make personalized treatment plans.
• Monitor the ongoing treatment to see how effectively it’s working.

Here’s what we do:

1. First of all, it is advised not to smoke before the lung CT scan.
2. You can eat, drink, or take medications as usual.
3. Our experts inject a contrasting dye into your arm to visualize the blood flow clearly.
4. The patient is advised to lie on the scanner-connected table and hold breath for a few seconds for more clear images.
5. A CT scanner will take multiple cross-sectional pictures of your thoracic region.
6. Our lung specialists use recent computerized tomography technologies to generate images of different parts of the lungs and identify the size or shape of any abnormal mass.

Is your lung scan showing some scars? Don’t be afraid. Past lung surgeries, biopsies, COPD, and conditions like pulmonary fibrosis are the common causes of lung scarring on a CT scan. With early detection, you can be ahead of getting personalized treatments.

The actual scan only takes 10-15 minutes. However, the whole process, including preparation and post-scan observations, may take 30 minutes.

When Will You Get the Results?

Your lung scan results will be ready in 24-48 hours. You can discuss your reports with our radiologists and share them with your healthcare provider. Schedule your appointment with ViaScan for timely and quick results.

Generally, a lung CT scan is safe and painless. However, like other diagnostic techniques, this may also carry some potential risks that you must not overlook. Things you must know:

• Radiation Exposure—the scan uses X-rays to generate images, but we keep the amount of radiation and exposure minimum.
• Pregnant & Breastfeeding women – must consult their healthcare provider before going for any scan.
• Allergies—tell our radiologists before the scan if you are allergic to any chemical or have kidney disease. We use iodine-based dye as a contrasting agent to take clear images. This might affect other health conditions if you have any.

We have advanced scanners in our labs that use low doses of radiation to minimize exposure. However, frequent scans can increase the chances of developing cancer. The risk is minimal; our low-dose lung scanning is noninvasive and convenient, which also encourages people to go for it.

The cost of a lung CT scan varies depending on the scan type and modern diagnostic tools. You can ask your insurance provider if they will cover the lung scan cost. However, we offer four-month budget-friendly payment plans with 0% interest for our clients. For detailed information about the scan and its price, visit our website, 123bodyscan.

From offering advanced CT scan services to providing accurate and reliable results, we ensure you get what you need.

Moreover, ViaScan patients can get the CD of their scan.

Ready for a lung scan? Schedule your low-dose CT lung scan today and evaluate your lung health before it’s too late!

A lung scan from ViaScan assists in early detection, which ultimately aids in choosing the right medical treatment. Don’t delay and wait for symptoms to show up. Our team is here to help anyone searching for the best pulmonologist near me.