| The CT scanner consists of a doughnut
or ring shaped structure called the gantry which contains an x-ray
tube and measurement detectors, as well as a table on which you will
lie. During your scan the table will move automatically through the
ring of the gantry.
Scans are usually completed in a few seconds. Operation of the
scanner is controlled from a small adjacent room; however you will
be able to see and speak to the technologist at all times.
During the scan you will hear the movement of the x-ray tube and
detectors as they rotate around you. You will be asked to stay very
still and you may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds.
After the scan you can relax and breathe normally, but it is important
to remain in the same position and not to move about. The time for
the entire examination varies, but it is usually around 15 minutes.
The Results
Your diagnostic results will be provided to your primary care physician within 12-24 hours. These results may be provided digitally on CD along with viewing software.
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