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CT scan


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Alternative Names

CAT scan; Computed axial tomography scan; Computed tomography scan


Normal Values

Results are considered normal if the organs and structures being examined are normal in appearance.


What abnormal results mean

Abnormal results depend on the part of the body being studied. Talk to your health care provider with any questions and concerns.



Review Date: 11/21/2010
Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).




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