Explore the risks and benefits of computed tomography (CT) scanning, also called computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanning, a medical imaging procedure that uses x-rays to show cross-sectional images of the body.
Review Date: November 09, 2012
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Screening and diagnostic tests can help doctors identify or rule out a health condition a patient has. This chart lists diagnostic tests that your doctor might order for you.
Review Date: March 02, 2011
Office on Women's Health
This fact sheet describes the CT scan procedure and its uses in diagnostics and treatment.
Review Date: November 09, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
This fact sheet provides information about follow-up medical care for patients who have completed cancer treatment.
Review Date: March 01, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Learn how laboratory tests are used to identify and diagnose possible changes in a person’s health.
Review Date: February 11, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Find out how various x-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, radiation therapy and other procedures are performed. Learn about patient safety, what you may experience, and how to prepare for exams.
Review Date: November 09, 2012
American College of Radiology
Cardiac computed tomography, or cardiac CT, is a painless test that uses an x-ray machine to take clear, detailed pictures of your heart. The publication links to more information, including what to expect before, during, and after cardiac CT.
Review Date: November 09, 2012
NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - NHLBI
This brief, step-by-step guide will help you to understand the steps doctors take to distinguish a benign from a cancerous lump, including diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI and biopsy.
Review Date: June 27, 2012
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
