What is a CT Coronary Angiography?
Computed Tomography Coronary Angiography is also known as CCTA (Coronary CT Angiography) or CT Coronary Angiogram. It is an imaging test done to examine your heart and the arteries that supply blood to it. It checks whether your heart has any fat buildup, bulge or blockage. CT Scan is a non-invasive test that scans images of internal organs, soft tissue and nerves, and blood vessels. A CT Scan machine of 126 slice or above is needed for CT Coronary Angiography.

CT Coronary Angiography is now increasingly being used as an alternative to the invasive Coronary Angiography procedure which is usually done in a hospital. CT Coronary Angiography can be done as an out patient procedure, non-invasively and much quicker. To know in detail about the difference between the two, check here: Difference Between Coronary Angiography and CT Coronary Angiography

What is the procedure for CT Coronary Angiography in Bangalore?
CT Scanner is a doughnut type machine that allows creating multiple pictures with the help of X-ray beams fixed in the arc of the machine. The patient is asked to lie on an examining narrow table which is attached to the machine and slides in and out of the machine. The technician will inject or will ask you to drink a contrast dye that spreads in the veins and produce clearer visuals of your test. You may be asked to hold your breath for 5 to 15 seconds during the scan to avoid blurry images caused by movement of the body. If holding breath causes any discomfort to the patients, then they must inform their radiologist at once. You may be asked to raise your arms over your head while lying on the scanning table to get better image quality. The images are displayed on the monitor of the computer attached to it and the radiologist will be able to assess your condition through it.

The report is normally provided the same day or the very next day. Your doctor who ordered the test is in the correct position to give you a conclusion of your test.

The procedure doesn't require any special preparation from the side of the patient. But a patient must consider these points prior the test: 1) Wear loose and comfortable clothes. It is possible that the lab provides you a gown to wear during the test. 2) Do not wear any metallic ornament during the test or apply any cosmetic on your chest. 3) You may be instructed not to eat or drink for several hours before your test. 4) Inform your radiologist if you have implanted breasts or any foreign object present in your body. 5) Women will be asked to remove their innerwear or the piercing on the chest if any. 6) Your doctor must be informed if you have a history of any heart disease, asthma, diabetes or thyroid problems. 7) Expecting mothers or breastfeeding mothers must always inform their doctors about their condition.

Talk to your doctor beforehand and ask every information you want regarding the test. The CCTA Scan usually takes 15-30 minutes if the patient's heart rate is slow and steady (including the time for the contrast dye to get to your heart and blood vessels). But it may take longer if the heart rate is fast and doesn't give an effective result to the radiologist.

Who should get CT Coronary Angiography done?
A CT Angiogram shows narrowed or blocked veins in the heart. It occurs due to the buildup of fat (cholesterol) and calcium in the arteries. It also helps in detecting any injury or tissue tear, lump or bulge, a clot in the valves of the heart. It helps in examining the cause of abnormal pattern of blood vessels harming the patient or any unexplained chest pain.

What is the cost of CT Coronary Angiography in Bangalore?

The cost of CT Coronary Angiography in Bangalore is upwards of ₹6400. An advanced CT Scan machine is used for this test. We have good labs and hospitals in Bangalore where your can get your CT Coronary Angiography done at an economical price. 3K Healthcare and Focus Imaging are two key lab options in Bangalore.

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To check the cost of different kinds of CT Scans in Bangalore, check here What is CT Scan Cost in Bangalore?