Q. What is NCCT scan?
Hi doctor,
What is NCCT scan? Does it have any side effect?
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- NCCT is a non-contrast computerised tomography. It is just a higher version of x-ray.
- It is like multiple x-rays taken of your body part to construct a better image than the x-ray.
- Single scan has no side effects. However, if multiple scans are being done, then there is a risk of radiation. Otherwise, it is a safe test.
- You need to stay in a closed chamber for a few minutes and it will be completed in a few seconds. And no contrast medicine is used in this scan. If it is used, then it is called as contrast enhanced scan.
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Thank you doctor,
Does single scan mean a single time or a single shot?
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- Single scan means image acquired in a single sitting, over a period of few seconds. It basically scans your body part from up to down. It will take multiple shots.
- A single scan is harmless and does not expose one to significant radiation. If you need it, then get it done.
- MRI is even better with better image quality and no risk of radiation, but it is costly and time-consuming. It needs nearly 45 minutes and also depends upon the information we want.
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Thank you doctor,
This is for the brain. Is there any harm doing it on the brain?
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- It is absolutely safe, no need to worry at all.
- MRI is also an option for the brain as brain parenchyma is better visualized on MRI and bone structures will be seen better on NCCT.
- There may not be an indication for MRI and so you must be advised for NCCT. So, do not worry about the side effect of a single scan. If you need recurrent scans, then we can discuss in detail.
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Hi doctor,
Thank you so much for the information.
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You are welcome. Do not hesitate to contact us for more doubts. Take care.
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