CT Scan In Chennai

A CT scan uses X-rays and is faster, hence good for bone scanning, lungs, and injuries. An MRI uses a magnetic field and radio waves and is good for detailed images of soft tissues such as the brain, spine, and joints, though it takes longer and costs more.

Yes, a CT scan is quite safe to diagnose various ailments. It uses radiation; however, the radiation is limited and controlled, and the diagnostic benefits far exceed the risks involved in the procedure.

The scanning usually takes 10 to 30 minutes. However, along with preparing for the scan and monitoring after the scan, the entire procedure might take up to one hour.

The cost of a CT scan in Chennai is in the range of ₹2,000 – ₹18,000 per scan, depending upon the body part being scanned and whether a contrast agent is used. You can see the price chart above for specific scan estimates.

A standard CT scan that does not use any contrast agents is totally safe for the kidneys. The problem lies in using contrast dye in some CT scans; the use of contrast dye can sometimes affect the functions of your kidneys if you already have kidney problems.

In cases where the CT scan requires the use of contrast dye, the patient will need to fast before the procedure. For a standard CT scan that does not use contrast, there will be no food restriction. It is best to listen to the guidelines given when booking the scan.

Those who are allergic to iodine or contrast dye and those with impaired kidney function or pregnant ladies are discouraged from getting a contrast CT scan except in emergencies.

Medifyhome offers competitively priced CT scans across Chennai through our NABL and NABH accredited partner centres, with exact pricing depending on the scan type. Refer to the price table above or contact our team for a personalised quote.

A CT scan is recommended when a doctor needs a detailed internal view of the body to diagnose conditions such as internal injuries, infections, tumours, strokes, kidney stones, or lung disease, or to guide certain medical procedures like biopsies.

You can get scheduled for a CT scan with Medifyhome via our website or our customer care representatives. Just provide us with the kind of CT scan you are supposed to have and select a suitable date and venue.

Yes, the CT scan or the cardiac CT/CT angiography can help detect blockages in the coronary arteries, which cause heart attacks. But CT scans are generally not used to diagnose the heart attack itself; it is done using other tests like ECG and cardiac biomarkers.