How long does the scan take?
The CT scan itself takes about 30 minutes. However, if preparation is needed before the scan, you will be asked to arrive before the scanning appointment, to allow time for preparation. For example, for a CT scan of the abdomen, you will be asked to arrive an hour and a half before the CT scanning appointment in order to drink water with contrast materials.
The entire procedure will last approximately 10-15 minutes in the scanning room. Once the technician has placed the patient in the ideal position for the scan, the NewTom 9000 will complete the scan in about 1 minute; however, actual exposure to radiation is only 36 seconds. Including check-in, the patient can anticipate spending no more than 30 minutes at our facility.
