CT scan

) to obtain detailed three-dimensional images of specific anatomical areas of the human body (e.g. brain, bones, blood vessels, abdominal organs, thoracic organs, respiratory tract, etc.).

CT is a radiology procedure; this implies that its execution and the interpretation of the results deriving from it are the responsibility of a radiologist (or simply a radiologist).

CT is also known as CT, which stands for Computed Tomography.

, by injection or by enema, the contrast media for CT scan are substances used to modify the absorption of X-rays, in order to bring out more certain anatomical elements.
Thanks to these contrast agents, it is possible, for example, to obtain detailed images of blood vessels, lymph nodes and parenchyma (in other words, organs such as liver, brain, kidney, pancreas, thyroid or lung).

Typically, the contrast agents used during CT scan contain iodine (iodinated contrast medium).

For further information: TAC With Contrast: What it is and when it is needed (e.g. brain, kidneys, liver, lungs, heart etc.), bones, blood vessels and lymph nodes.