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Computed Tomography (TAC/CT) Total Body at UPMC

UPMC performs perform total body Computed Tomography (CT) examinations, a diagnostic investigation that analyzes different parts of the body based on clinical demand. Modern equipment allows you to reduce the radiation dose for the patient and reconstruct three-dimensional images of the body with millimeter accuracy.

Book a CT Total Body Exam

At UPMC, you can perform a Total Body CT at:

CT Total Body: What it is

The examination lasts an average of 10 minutes, with small variations depending on the parts of the body to be examined, the pathology to be studied, and the need or not to inject a contrast agent.

It can be used to analyze:

  • Abdomen.
  • Neck.
  • Brain.
  • Pelvis.
  • Chest.

Pathologies Treated

Typically, the specialist requires total body CT in the following cases:

  • Emergencies, such as accidents, to quickly highlight the interventions to be addressed.
  • Inflammatory or chronic diseases.
  • Suspicion of tumor.
  • Ascertained tumor, to evaluate the possible extension of the disease to other organs.

Who Our Services Are For

Total body CT is an examination typically required by a specialist for treatment planning and for assessing response to therapy.

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Insurance and Conventions

We offer medical services and services on a private basis or in agreement with the main insurance companies. Some of our services are also affiliated with the National Health System.

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