What is a CT scan Head Plain?

A CT scan Head Plain, also known as computed tomography scan of the head, is a diagnostic imaging technology that produces pictures of the internal anatomical structures of the head, including the bones and soft tissues. It does not use contrast agents.

What Are the Other Names of CT Scan Head Plain?

CT Brain, NCCT Head, CAT Head, CT Cranial plain, and CT scan head plain are some of the other names of a CT scan head plain.

When is the CT Scan Head Indicated?

A CT scan Head Plain is usually conducted for patients to help in the diagnosis of various conditions such as birth defects of the head, brain infections, tumors, accumulation of fluid in the brain, brain injuries, hemorrhage, stroke, blood clots, and structural abnormalities of the skull.

What Conditions Can Be Detected Using CT Scan Plain Head?

CT Scan Plain Head can detect conditions including frequent fainting spells, head size abnormalities, frequent bad headaches, sensations of tingling, swallowing difficulty, speaking difficulty, and more.

What Does a CT Scan of the Head Show?

A CT scan of the head can show brain tumors, intracranial bleeding, brain injuries, structural anomalies, infections, hydrocephalus, brain function, and other conditions.

Can Plain CT Scan Detect Tumor?

Yes, a CT scan head plain can detect tumors, provide information about their location, spread, size, and also show tumor-related blood vessels.

How Long Does a CT of the Brain Plain Take?

A CT scan head plain usually takes about 10-30 minutes, with most of the time spent in preparation and getting ready for the scan.

What Are the Side Effects of a CT Scan Head?

There are generally no side effects of a plain CT head scan. However, in very rare cases, there may be DNA alterations due to radiation exposure.

How Accurate Is CT Scan Head Plain?

The accuracy of a CT scan head plain is reported to be 90.5%, with a sensitivity of 96.3%, specificity of 62.5%, positive predictive value of 92.5%, and negative predictive value of 78.1%.

Can I talk to a Doctor Before and After My CT Scan Head Plain Scan?

Yes, you can get a free consultation with Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD in Radiology) who is available at our center with Mob. no- +919212125996 and availability 24*7*365 days.

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Description

What is a CT scan head?

CT (computed tomography) scan head plain is an imaging test used to produce a picture of the internal structure of the head such as bones and soft tissues. The CT scan uses a series of special X-ray equipment to capture the images from different angles to evaluate brain tumours, head injuries, severe headaches, dizziness, bleeding, stroke, and brain tumours. CT scan head plain doesn’t involve the use of contrast media. This helps the doctor assess the skull, brain, eye sockets, and sinus.

CT Scan head plain is also used in emergency cases to detect brain injuries and bleeding.

Other names of CT scan head:

NCCT Head
CT Brain
CT Cranial
CT scan head
CAT Head

Why is CT Scan Head Done?

A CT scan Head Plain is recommended to help the doctor in the diagnosis of the mentioned below conditions such

Congenital defects of the head
Brain infection
Brain tumour
Fluid accumulates in the brain
Brain Injury
Stroke
Source of bleeding in the brain
Blood clots in the brain
Malformations of the skull

This procedure is also recommended to plan for treatment therapy for brain cancer or tumours.

It is also used to detect the reasons for the conditions such as:

Abnormal size of the head
Severe Headache
Fainting
Tingling sensation
Difficulty in swallowing and speaking etc.

The procedure of CT scan head.

CT technologists will instruct you to lie straight on the scanning table attached to the CT scanning machine. The scanning table will slide into the centre of the CT scanner.
The rotating X-ray beams around your head and take a series of X-rays.

The computer system will be used to combine the x-ray images to create detailed pictures of your head.

It takes about 15 mins. to complete the CT Scan procedure.

Benefits and Risks of Computed Tomography of Head

Benefits:

It is possible to create an image of bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels at a time.
For emergency cases, as compared to other imaging procedures, it reveals the problem such as the source of bleeding in the head and internal injuries to the head.
As compared to other imaging procedures, it is less sensitive

Risks:

Discomfort because of lying still on the hard table
Exposure to the radiation
Risk to the fetus so it is avoided in pregnant ladies.

Result

The result of the CT scan will indicate the condition and causes of the problem affecting the normal life of the patients.

Cost of CT Scan Head in Delhi

The CT Scan Head test cost near me in Delhi typically ranges from INR 2000 to INR 2500, depending on the diagnostic centre.

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Specification

Test Type	CT Scan Head
Includes	CT Scan Head Plain (CT Scan)
Preparation	Remove the object that contains Metal, such as Jewellery, Hair Clips, Watches, Rings, or any other similar object from scanning part of the body, so as to avoid a bright or blank spot on the diagnostic film. You must inform the technologist, radiology nurse, and/or physician if you have allergies, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are on medication. Fasting is not required. Doctor’s Prescription. Bring all documents related to medical history. Carry Your ID Proof.
Reporting	Within 4-6 hours*
Test Price	₹ 1500 ~~₹ 3000~~