Looking for an accurate and fast way to assess your heart health? A cardiac CT scan is the ideal first choice. This advanced imaging test provides a detailed picture of your coronary artery’s condition, helping detect potential issues at an early stage.
What is a Cardiac CT Scan?
A cardiac CT scan is a sophisticated imaging procedure that captures high-resolution images of the heart and blood vessels. Using X-ray technology, the scanner takes a series of detailed 3D images of the heart’s structure. It helps diagnose coronary artery blockages, calcifications, structural abnormalities, and other pathologies. The test is quick, non-invasive, and sometimes involves contrast agents to enhance accuracy. It is a vital tool for assessing cardiovascular risk and planning appropriate treatments.
How to Schedule a Cardiac CT Scan Quickly through RDG?
Booking a cardiac CT scan at RDG is easy, fast, and personalized:
- By phone: Call us at 050-475-1120 to speak with a representative who will help you find a convenient appointment time. If lines are busy, leave a voicemail, and we will return your call promptly.
- By email: Send your request to office@rdg-imaging.com.
Our team will coordinate your appointment based on your medical urgency and personal needs.
Your medical documents, including the referral and relevant clinical materials, are reviewed beforehand to ensure the scan is precisely tailored to your medical question.
Before the scan, you will receive clear, detailed instructions about preparation (e.g., fasting, hydration, medication adjustments) to ensure accurate results.
After the scan, the facility usually provides an initial interpretation. Many patients choose to get a second or more comprehensive opinion from RDG’s expert radiologists, who offer professional, in-depth readings with years of experience.
At RDG, we prioritize uncompromising professionalism, a personal approach, full transparency, strict patient privacy, and data security.
Why Get a Cardiac CT Scan?
Heart diseases often develop silently over years without obvious warning signs. A cardiac CT scan provides crucial information, including:
- Early detection of artery calcifications before significant blockages form, enabling preventive treatments to reduce heart event risks.
- Advanced imaging presenting your doctor with a high-resolution view of coronary arteries, helping identify narrowing that requires monitoring or intervention.
- Personalized risk assessment based on data, allowing you to make informed health decisions tailored to your condition.
- A quick, painless procedure without complicated preparation—simply arrive, undergo the scan, and resume your daily routine.
Who Should Consider a Cardiac CT Scan?
The scan is recommended for individuals seeking certainty about their heart health, especially if they have risk factors that may not be apparent daily, such as:
- Family history of heart disease, recognizing genetic risk.
- Current or former smokers, or those exposed to passive smoke.
- People with high cholesterol, uncontrolled blood pressure, or diabetes—conditions that significantly raise cardiovascular risk.
- Men over 40 and women over 45, even if feeling completely healthy.
- Anyone experiencing unexplained chest pain or pressure who wants to rule out underlying heart issues.
How is the Cardiac CT Scan Performed?
The procedure is simple and designed for your comfort and efficiency:
You arrive at an advanced medical center, lie on the CT table, and the scanner takes a series of rapid images of your heart within minutes. The process is painless, comfortable, and requires no complex preparation.
How Are Cardiac CT Scan Results Delivered?
Shortly after, you will receive a detailed medical report including a Calcium Score, artery imaging, and clear medical recommendations outlining the next steps—whether periodic monitoring, lifestyle changes, or specific medical treatments. Our goal is to translate heart health insights into practical decisions that reduce risks and improve your quality of life.
Who Benefits from CT-FFR Interpretation?
CT-FFR (Fractional Flow Reserve) interpretation is ideal for:
- Patients with borderline coronary artery narrowing on CT whose impact on blood flow is unclear.
- Individuals with chest pain or unexplained symptoms needing precise evaluation of physiological significance.
- Patients with significant risk factors like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, or family history of heart disease.
- Those seeking an informed decision before invasive angiography to avoid unnecessary procedures.
- Patients with inconclusive cardiac CT results requiring complementary non-invasive assessment of blood flow impact.
- Anyone preferring a non-invasive, accurate, and rapid diagnostic option providing clear artery status without hospitalization or unnecessary risk of invasive procedures
Cardiac CT Scan and Interpretation at RDG
Our cardiac CT scan and interpretation services at RDG are designed to provide every patient not only with an accurate diagnosis but also comprehensive understanding, personal attention, and professional support throughout the process. We bring top medical expertise directly to you, with high availability, easy access, and a leading team of radiologists. Our service combines advanced technology, extensive clinical experience, and compassionate care to deliver a medical experience that never compromises on quality, precision, or service.
