CECT Scan Lumbar Spine (LS)

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Brand: Tata 1mg
SKU: CECT Scan Lumbar Spine (LS)
Price: 3850 INR
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Also known as Contrast Enhanced CT Lumbar Spine

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

You may have to remove your jewelry and any metal objects which might interfere with the image.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.
Get the blood urea and creatinine test done to evaluate kidney function and to ensure safety of contrast before taking up the procedure.

Understanding CECT Scan Lumbar Spine (LS)

What is CECT Scan Lumbar Spine (LS)?

A CECT Lumbar Spine or Contrast-Enhanced Computed Tomography of the lumbar spine is a medical imaging test used to evaluate and assess an individual's risk for developing lumbar spine disorders. It uses a minimal dose of ionizing radiation after injecting contrast material into the patient. The three-dimensional images also help identify congenital abnormalities (disabilities) and cancer/tumor presence in the lumbar spine or surrounding soft tissues.

Symptoms like back pain, difficulty walking, or tingling sensation in the limbs may require a CECT test. The contrast material during the scan may cause temporary allergic reactions such as itching and skin rashes. An abnormal scan result may indicate abnormalities or deformities in the nerves, ligaments, intervertebral discs, muscles, and blood vessels of the lumbar spine.

What is CECT Scan Lumbar Spine (LS) used for?

To find out lumbar disc herniation or disc protrusions / herniations (leakage of soft inner spinal fluid to the spinal cord due to injury, wear tear or weakness)
To diagnose Lumbar Disc Degenerative Disease (age related abrasion the spinal disc which leads to low back pain)
To detect Lumbar Spondylosis Spondylolisthesis which causes neck and back pain
To evaluate congenital abnormalities (disease from childbirth) and cancer / tumor presence in the lumbar spine or its surrounding soft tissues