{"id":1193,"date":"2019-08-21T09:53:46","date_gmt":"2019-08-21T04:23:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.starimagingindia.com\/contact\/?p=1193"},"modified":"2019-08-21T09:54:20","modified_gmt":"2019-08-21T04:24:20","slug":"mri-and-ct-scans-with-contrast-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starimagingindia.com\/Contact\/mri-and-ct-scans-with-contrast-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"MRI and CT Scans with Contrast \u2013 FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3767340 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3389741 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2086747 kc_text_block\">\n<p>On the occasion that a patient is recommended an MRI or CT scan with contrast, the immediate reaction is automatically fear as numerous questions race through their minds. If this is you, we\u2019re here to help. Firstly, your concern is quite understandable, especially if you are suddenly wondering if something is seriously wrong with you. However, these might be unnecessary worries. MRI or CT scans with contrast are sometimes required when the doctor might want to concretely investigate an apparent abnormality. Remember that getting a scan with contrast, <strong>does not<\/strong> mean you are likely to have a tumour or anything serious\u2013 the doctors just want to ensure they\u2019re covering all angles and giving the right diagnosis, so that you can get the right treatment quicker without repeating scans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3436353 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2033527 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3229431 kc_text_block\">\n<p>In this blog, we shall be answering most of the questions and doubts our patients have voiced to us. If you need any more clarification, feel free to reach out to us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4106507 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2784442 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3783015 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">What is a scan with contrast?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-623090 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2667221 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2552713 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Very simply, contrast is a special dye that helps highlight the area of your body that the doctor wants to examine more closely under a scan. The procedure of getting a scan where the patient uses this contrast or dye is called a scan with contrast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-326838 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-714510 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-882366 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">Why is a contrast agent required?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3532121 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1658396 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3807534 kc_text_block\">\n<p>The short answer for why a contrast agent is required is: to be more accurate in the diagnosis. After administering the contrast, the structures are much cleaner. In some cases, contrast is required to see the blood vessels more clearly. However, contrast is required in just thirty or forty percent of the cases, only if there is some abnormality or infection, or if there is some tissue that may need closer investigation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4238898 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3475328 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4271103 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">Why am I told I need a contrast during the scan, and not before?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-119115 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3033172 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3074259 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Sometimes, the need for contrast is more apparent when the doctors see the area being scanned, and realize they need to see the problem area more clearly in order to make a more accurate diagnosis. This happens in a few instances, and this is why patients are told during the scan that a contrast needs to be administered. In such cases, there is no way to foresee this contrast requirement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-800225 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3823668 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2333891 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">What is the duration of a scan with contrast?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3079657 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-876387 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4078077 kc_text_block\">\n<p>While an MRI scan takes 30 minutes on average, CT scans can take about 10 minutes. However, sometimes more than one MRI scan is necessary, which could take some additional time. The silver lining? At Star Imaging, our scans get done faster, thanks to more advanced technology. For example, at our centre in Wakad, we have the world\u2019s fastest 3T MRI scanner, which reduces scan times by 50%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3863889 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-281480 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3105570 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">What preparation is needed before a scan with contrast?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1588389 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3694798 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-776849 kc_text_block\">\n<p>CT scans with contrast require fasting for 4 hours.\u00a0 A normal renal function test is required before administering contrast. Ask your scan centre for more information when you set up your appointment. In abdomen studies, the oral contrast is given an hour before the scan. MRI contrast studies do not require fasting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-455573 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3439058 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3538257 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h4 class=\"kc_title\">What are the side effects of a scan with contrast?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4215553 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4039114 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1843230 kc_text_block\">\n<p>In some very rare cases, there is a slight possibility of an allergic reaction to the contrast. While your doctor will warn you of the side effects, such as nausea or itching, it is important to remember that the chances of an allergic reaction happening are very slim.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2406018 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4342917 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2534705 kc_text_block\">\n<p>Have more questions on scans with contrast? Feel free to reach out to us and ask us your queries \u2013 we\u2019re here to help and guide you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3265350 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3512790 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4170067 kc-call-to-action kc-cta-2 kc-is-button\">\n<div class=\"kc-cta-desc\">\n<h2>About Star Imaging<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-text\">Star Imaging India offers the world\u2019s most advanced scanners, including 3T MRI scanners, multi-slice CT machines, 3D digital mammography, digital x-rays, 3D ultrasound and color doppler scanners, and more.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/yza.ec2.mytemp.website\/Contact\" target=\"_blank\">BOOK AN APPOINTMENT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On the occasion that a patient is recommended an MRI or CT scan with contrast, the immediate reaction is automatically fear as numerous questions race through their minds. If this is you, we\u2019re here to help. Firstly, your concern is quite understandable, especially if you are suddenly wondering if something is seriously wrong with you. 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