An Update Regarding Seasonal Illnesses

To help prevent the spread of seasonal respiratory illnesses, we strongly encourage all visitors to wear a mask while in ambulatory clinics or inpatient units. Surgical masks are available at hospital and clinic entrances. Patients with respiratory illnesses should also wear masks. Thank you for helping protect our patients, staff, and community.

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Computed Tomography (CT) Scan

CT scans use X-ray equipment and computer processing to produce two-dimensional images of the body. Your healthcare provider might order this type of imaging to look for tumors, examine lymph nodes or bone abnormalities, or for a variety of other reasons.

The patient lies on a table and passes through a machine that looks like a large, squared-off donut.

If contrast dye is used to improve the computer image, the patient may need to avoid eating or drinking for 4 to 6 hours before the test.

Patients should tell their provider before the test if they have any allergies or kidney problems.