Botsford Hospital
28050 Grand River Ave.
Farmington Hills, MI 48336-5919
(248) 471-8000 MapContact Us
Imaging Services
CT - Computed Tomography
In a CT scan an x-ray beam moves in a circle around your body, creating a detailed image of an organ or structure. CT scans of internal organs, bone, soft tissue and blood vessels provide greater clarity than conventional x-ray exams.
Preparing for your test:
Take all your regular medications as prescribed.
Alert your doctor if you are allergic to iodine contrast or if you are diabetic and take glucophage, glucovance, avandament, metglip or any medication that containing metformin.
Body Scan:
Avoid wearing clothing with metal such as; belts, buttons, snaps, under-wire bras and necklaces.
Loose fitting, comfortable clothing is suggested.
Head Scan:
Avoid wearing necklaces, earrings, bobby pins or barrettes.
Nothing to eat two hours prior to exam.
Abdomen Scan:
Avoid wearing clothing with metal such as; belts, buttons, snaps, under-wire bras and necklaces.
Loose fitting, comfortable clothing is suggested.
Nothing to eat two hours prior to exam.
Neck/Chest Scan:
Avoid wearing clothing with metal such as; belts, buttons, snaps, under-wire bras and necklaces.
Loose fitting, comfortable clothing is suggested.
Nothing to eat two hours prior to exam.
Abdomen & Pelvis Scan:
Avoid wearing clothing with metal such as; belts, buttons, snaps, under-wire bras and necklaces.
Loose fitting, comfortable clothing is suggested.
Nothing to eat two hours prior to exam.
Some abdomen and pelvis scans require contrast material. If instructed by your physician, drink 32 oz. of E-Z Cat (oral contrast) 2-1/2 hours before the exam. You have half an hour to drink the entire 32 ounces. If you will not be able to drink all 32 ounces within half an hour's time, you need to start 3 hours prior to the exam. Additional oral contrast will be given when you arrive.
Spine, Arms, Legs, Sinus or a Renal Stone Scan:
No preparations are necessary.
For an appointment:
Contact Central Scheduling at (248) 471-8100.
Bring:
A doctor's order or script
Insurance information
List of medications
Photo ID
Location:
Botsford Hospital
28050 Grand River Ave.
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
