Abdomen Lower/ Pelvis Plain
₹5,000
About This Test
Abdomen Lower/Pelvis Contrast CT offers detailed contrast-enhanced imaging of pelvic organs, urinary structures, bowel loops, lymph nodes, reproductive organs, soft tissues, and surrounding vasculature to diagnose conditions such as infections, inflammation, appendicitis, urinary obstruction, tumors, kidney stones, trauma, pelvic inflammatory disease, and cancer staging; intravenous contrast highlights abnormal areas, improves lesion detection, clarifies tissue differences, and identifies vascular abnormalities or post-surgical complications; the scan provides rapid, cross-sectional information essential for emergency management, routine evaluations, oncological follow-up, and pre-operative planning, enabling clinicians to make accurate and timely treatment decisions.
At a Glance
Home Collection
Not Available
Report TAT
1 Day
Category
CT
Preparation / Prerequisite
General instructions For All CT
- Bring old records- text reports, films, CD.
- Please rule out pregnency as it is a contraindication.
- Appointment is desirable.
- Pl remove jewellery at home for safety purpose.
- For plain CT : No fasting and no creatinine / eGFR blood test required.
- For Contrast CT : Need 4hrs fasting and eGFR blood test report (done within 30 days).
- Thyroid scan ( Of NM deptt) to be done before contrast CT
- For Pregnant patient - Risk-benefit assessment. Look for any alternative test with no radiation.
Bring Photocopy of doctor precription & photo ID proof (Aadhar card, Voter id & driving licence) for PNDT requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. WHAT is lower abdomen CT SCAN .
Ans-A lower abdomen CT typically includes:
Lower intestines (small & large bowel)
Appendix
Urinary bladder
Ureters
Reproductive organs
In females: uterus, ovaries
In males: prostate
Lower abdominal blood vessels
Lymph nodes
Surrounding soft tissues
2. Is the scan painful?
Ans -No. It is completely painless. You just need to lie still..
3. How to Prepare for CECT Lower Abdomen?
During CECT lower abdomen scan patients have to fast for 4-6 hours before the scan.
Remove all metallic objects, jewellery, hair clips, eyeglasses, dentures, metal underwire bras and hearing aids.
Inform your doctor if the patient has any medical history, pregnant or suspects that the patient might be pregnant, and has any past allergic reaction to the contrast media.
Patients need recent creatinine and urea test reports to examine kidney function so that contrast media is eliminated safely.
Remove all metallic objects, jewellery, hair clips, eyeglasses, dentures, metal underwire bras and hearing aids.
Inform your doctor if the patient has any medical history, pregnant or suspects that the patient might be pregnant, and has any past allergic reaction to the contrast media.
Patients need recent creatinine and urea test reports to examine kidney function so that contrast media is eliminated safely.
4. How long does a CT scan take?
Ans- Most scans take 5–10 minutes.
5. Is CT safe?
Ans-Yes. CT scan is a safe imaging test. However, it exposes you to a small dose of radiation. For most people, such a small potential risk far outweighs the benefits, in terms of saving your life.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
