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Problem:After the Head and Neck MRI. 1  Most patients can go home right after the scan and resume their usual activities. 2  Sedated patients may be monitored for a short period until the effects of the sedative have worn off. The time that the procedure of the CT examination lasts and the time that the results are reconstructed in the radiologists computer. Expected time: between 5 and 30 minutes. More specifically, the scan time, the time you are actually in the machine as it acquires images, depends on a number of factors. What is a cervical spine CT scan? A cervical spine CT scan is a medical procedure that uses specialized X-ray equipment and computer imaging to create a visual model of your cervical spine. The cervical spine is the portion of the spine that runs through the neck. Because of this, the test is also called a neck CT scan. Purpose of the Head and Neck MRI. To detect inflammation, tumors and other masses, and other abnormalities in the head and neck region, including the mouth, tongue, salivary glands, throat (pharynx), sinuses, nasal cavities, vocal cords (larynx), and ear. Preparing for the Test. 1  For children under 18 years - Do not eat 4 hours before the test is scheduled. You/your child may drink clear fluids only. It is important that you drink enough clear liquids (like water) to be well hydrated prior to the test. 2  For adults –There is no food restriction for this scan. Can I take my medicine before a CT scan? Yes, please take medicines before the CT scan, with the exception of diabetic medicines. Consult your physician before the test for instructions. How long will it take to do a CT scan? Expect the exam to last no longer than an hour, depending on the preparation needed and whether it includes the use of a contrast medium. The scan itself may take less than a minute on the newest machines. Most scans take just a few minutes to complete. Holding still during the scan results in the best CT pictures. For the first few scans, the table will move quickly through the scanner. These first scans check the correct starting position. The table will move more slowly for the rest of the scans. If you are having contrast, it will be given to you through your IV. A CT neck scan can take up to 15 minutes. All images will be checked for quality before you leave. More scans will be taken, if needed. What will I feel during the scan? CT scanning is painless, but you may feel some discomfort from staying still on the scan table. If contrast is used: You may notice a warm, flushed feeling during the injection. You may also notice a metallic taste in your mouth. Risks. 1  There is always a slight chance of cancer from excessive exposure to radiation. 2  The effective radiation dose for this procedure varies. 3  Women should always inform their physician and x-ray or CT technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant. CT scanning of the head is typically used to detect: bleeding, brain injury and skull fractures in patients with head injuries. bleeding caused by a ruptured or leaking aneurysm in a patient with a sudden severe headache. Parathyroid 4D-CT Scan Share this Four-dimensional parathyroid CT (4D-CT) is a specialized imaging study that was first introduced in 2006 for the purpose of identifying abnormal parathyroid glands in the planning of parathyroid surgery. Query: how long does a neck ct scan take
Solution:
A CT neck scan can take up to 15 minutes.