Pacific Radiology (New Zealand)
Pacific Radiology (New Zealand) is a company in Wellington, New Zealand.
Who can't have a CT scan?
“CT is very safe but may not be appropriate for people who are pregnant. Please note that this test is generally not recommended for women under 45 years of age.”
View in the company profileWhat is my “Calcium Score”?
“The amount of calcified (hard) plaque in your heart vessels is evaluated and the score is given as a number called the Agatston score, which is the total area of the calcium deposits and the density of the calcium. A score of zero means no detectable calcium.”
View in the company profileWhat is coronary artery disease?
“Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common kind of heart disease, and it is the main cause of heart attacks and angina. Other names for it include ischaemic heart disease (IHD) or coronary heart disease (CHD).”
View in the company profileWill I feel claustrophobic in the CT scanner?
“The scanner’s large opening and short length means you won’t feel enclosed, and you can talk to the operator at any time. If you feel uncomfortable, let the staff know.”
View in the company profileHow long will the scan take?
“Actual scan times are seconds (5-10 seconds per breath-hold) and the CT Calcium Score test generally takes less than 15 minutes in total.”
View in the company profileWhere can I get a CT Calcium Score?
“We offer CT Calcium Score in Wellington, Waikato, Canterbury, Otago and Southland.”
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