Preventive Health Scans: What To Expect

We make it a priority to ensure you are at ease during your Preventive Health Scan. After completing the necessary medical forms, Canada Diagnostic Centres provides private and secure change rooms. Comfortable cloth scrubs will be provided for you to change into. One of our technologists will position you on the cushioned CT table. The table is then moved into the centre of the scanner and the images are taken. You will have verbal contact with the technologist throughout the scan should you require immediate assistance. The process can take from 10 to 20 minutes depending on which body area is being scanned.

In certain instances, a contrast dye may be injected intravenously (IV) to enhance the images. Should this be required, you will be advised at the time of booking your exam.

You can request a copy of your CT images on CD-ROM. Please ask our staff about this complimentary service.

Once the scan is complete you are free to leave. The results are sent directly from the radiologist to your referring physician.