CT
What is CT?A CT (Computed Tomography) scanner uses x-rays to make detailed pictures of structures inside of the body. Unlike conventional x-ray exams, CT provides a different form of imaging known as cross-sectional imaging. The X-ray generator and detectors rotate around the patients body which allows the computer to use the data received to generate cross-sectional images (slices) of the structures inside the patient's body. A single 
rotation takes about 1 second. The x-ray source produces a narrow, fan-shaped, beam of x-rays used to image a section of the patient's body. The thickness of the fan beam may be as small as 1 millimeter or as large as 10 millimeters. In typical examinations there are several phases; each made up of 10 to 50 rotations of the x-ray tube around the patient, in coordination with the table moving through the circular opening. Your doctor may request tha you receive an injection of a "contrast material" during the exam to facilitate visualization of vascular structure. You may also be asked to drink an oral contrast that will allow enhanced images of your digestive system. As the x-rays exit the patient's body, opposite the generator, a set of detectors sense the amount of x-rays that have passed through a particular section. This data is used to generate the image that is displayed on the computer.
About Our Machine
Our new Toshiba Aquilion™ CFX CT scanner expands our capabilities and allows us to provide you with superior diagnostic images. This multi-slice CT scanner produces high-resolution images of any part of the body in just seconds.
Spatial Resolution
We offer .5mm detector rows; whereas most technology of this kind offers .625mm detector rows. This allows for us to have unsurpassed spatial resolution for visualization of fine details.
Outstanding Low Dose Imaging
Our CT scanner has an automated exposure control system that results in consistent image quality for all patients. This technique ensures that the patient is never exposed to an excessive dose of radiation.
Large Aperature with Robust Table Design
Our 72 cm (approximately 28.5 inches) gantry aperature, 450 pounds weight capacity, and 40% wider table design (approximately 19 inches) allows for the most open and comfortabe conventional CT scan, without compromising image quality. Our equipment has the largest opening and widest table design in the industry.