Our Services Locations For Patients For Physicians About NVRA Blog 203-753-NVRA (6872) Patient Portal Computed Tomography (CT) What is Computed Tomography (CT)? Computed Tomography (CT), commonly referred to as a CAT scan, uses x-ray screening technology to obtain detailed images of the body. The CT scanner takes a series of pictures and assembles them into 3D images that help your healthcare provider to review internal organs and structures. CT scans are fast, painless and noninvasive. Why is this exam done? CT scan is one of the fastest and most accurate tools for evaluating many areas of the body including the head, chest, abdomen and pelvis. Your healthcare provider may order a CT scan to further evaluate a number of symptoms including: Abdominal/Pelvic Pain Chest Pain Cough Infection Headache Shortness of Breath Traumatic Injuries CT scans can help diagnose many conditions including: Aneurysm Appendicitis Cancer Diverticulitis Inflammatory Disease Internal Bleeding Kidney Stones Lung Nodules Pancreatitis Pneumonia Pulmonary Embolism Sinusitis Spine Fractures Stroke How should I prepare? Our scheduling staff will review any preparation with you that is specific to your exam. If you are having a CT scan performed with IV contrast, you will need to fast for 4 hours prior to your exam. If you are scheduling for a CT of the abdomen/pelvis, depending on the reason for the exam, you may be asked to drink an oral contrast agent 60 to 90 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. Phone: 203-753-6872

Our Services Locations For Patients For Physicians About NVRA Blog 203-753-NVRA (6872) Patient Portal Bone Densitometry (DEXA) What is Bone Densitometry (DEXA)? Bone Densitometry (DEXA), uses a very small dose of radiation to produce pictures of the inside of the body to measure bone mineral density or bone mass. DEXA is a fast, non-invasive test. Why is this exam done? DEXA is used to aid in the diagnosis of osteoporosis, to track the effects of osteoporosis treatments or other conditions that effect bone density and to evaluate an individual’s risk for developing fractures. How should I prepare? Y﻿ou cannot take calcium supplements for 24 hours prior to your appointment. If you have had a CT study with IV contrast, a nuclear medicine study or an exam requiring you to drink barium, you will need to wait 14 days before having your DEXA test. Phone: 203-753-6872