CT Scan or CAT Scan

Our state-of-the-art CT machine takes faster more high-quality images while keeping the radiation dose extremely low.

In Preparation

Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing. No metals including jewelry will be allowed so please remove them in advance. We perform our own in-house creatinine testing for imaging contrast if patients are over 60. Contrast exams require an IV to be placed, please drink water to hydrate prior to your exam.

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What to Expect

A CT or CAT Scan is perfect for those that cannot have an MRI due to contraindications or claustrophobia. These scans are the gold standard for boney detail and 3D imaging with a quick scan time.

Patient Resources

CT Exam Screening Form

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Valley Imaging CT Scanner

Our CT scanner is new, improved, and ready to scan! A CAT scan uses an X-ray camera that spins helically while our table (and patient) moves through it. This is an incredibly fast way to acquire 3D imaging. It is perfect for helping you and your provider find answers while keeping radiation doses as low as possible. With our brand-new equipment, we focus on keeping dosage low, while still producing exceptional imaging.

Myelogram

Please be prepared to lay flat at home after your exam to avoid headaches.

CT Imaging

We can provide the following CT imaging with and without contrast agents, including angiograms, calcium scoring screening exams, low-dose chest scans, preoperative joint replacement exams, preoperative sinus exams, and 3D imaging for patients that MRI is contraindicated for.

Calcium Scoring Exams

Prior to your study, please refrain from caffeine, other stimulants, or strenuous exercise for at least 12 hours.

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Valley Imaging Center Wasilla, AK CT Diagnostic Medical Imaging Office

Imaging Preps

Mammogram

Please arrive without any perfumes, deodorizers or powders.

Ultrasound

For Children - These exams vary, please call our office for instructions.
For Abdominal, Aorta studies, Renal Arteries & Elastography - please refrain from eating or drinking for 6-8 hours prior to your exam.
For Renal, Pelvic, OB (1st Trimester) - please drink 24-32 ounces of water 1 hour prior to your exam. *try to have a full bladder at the time of the exam
Other OB exams - for the two days prior to your exam stay well hydrated. Please arrive with a full bladder. Please drink 24-32 ounces of water and eat 30 minutes prior to your exam.

Echocardiogram

Prior to your study please refrain from caffeine or other stimulants and any exercise prior to the exam.

CT Imaging

CT Scan with Contrast - This exam requires and IV to be placed, please arrive well-hydrated for your exam.
Calcium Scoring Exam - Prior to your study please refrain from caffeine or other stimulants. Please refrain from strenuous exercise for at least 12 hours prior to your study.
Myelogram - Please be prepared to lay at home after the exam to avoid headaches.

MRI Exams

Please arrive in comfortable, nonrestrictive clothing. You will be asked to complete a screening form for your safety and may be asked to change clothes. We provide lockers to secure valuables and sweatpants or shirts if needed.
**If you are requiring medication to complete your MRI due to Claustrophobia, please contact your ordering provider for a prescription and take as instructed prior to your exam.

Injections

LESI /NRB - Please plan to have a driver for any spinal injections.
Myelogram - Please be prepared to lay at home after the exam to avoid headaches.

X-Ray Imaging

Please be prepared to remove all metal in the area of exam (Bra, jewelry, belts, clothing with metal, etc.)
We provide lockers to secure valuables and sweatpants or shirts if needed.