Full Body Scan

Full Body CT Scans are used to take CT images of the entire body.  It is often used as a screening tool in healthy individuals to identify any possible abnormalities (tumor, liver disease, etc…).  Full body scans can be particularly helpful in patients who are at high risk for developing a particular medical condition due to their habits (smoking) or family history. Full body scans are also beneficial when testing for a specific disease or condition, such as cancer.  For example, Full Body CT Scans may be used to help stage cancer so that physicians can make the best possible decisions.  Full body scans are often obtained in intervals throughout the course of treatment with radiation and/or chemotherapy to assess response to these treatments.

Patients may need to fast or receive contrast dye before being scanned.  For the imaging scan, patients are positioned on a narrow table which glides into the scanner while pictures are taken.  Patients need to remain motionless during imaging.  CT scans are extremely fast and painless procedures.  Learn More 

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Optima Diagnostic Imaging offers same-day appointments and flexible scheduling tailored to the needs of our patients and is the first choice for both patients and referring physicians for convenient, state-of-the-art imaging services.  Call (310) 432-8999 to schedule an appointment today or use our online appointment request form.