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An FDA approved test to look inside your body with greater precision and detail than ever before. You can find heart disease, lung cancer, colon cancer and other life-threatening diseases at an earlier, more treatable stage. The revolutionary GE Electron Beam Tomography system omits up to 10 times less radiation than with a traditional Ct or “Cat” scan.
- EBT Heart Scan. This ten minute heart scan is the only proven method to detect early coronary disease at a time when treatment can be most successful. According to the American Heart Assoc., the calcium score by EBT imaging is the most powerful predictor of future coronary events.
- Lung Scan. Highly recommended for current and former smokers, or those regularly exposed to second-hand smoke, this test is used to detect early signs of lung disease and cancer at a stage when treatment is most successful. The lung scan also looks for obstructive disease such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, as well as nodules and masses. In addition, the lung scan can identify pleural disease (eg. Asbestos exposure), hiatal hernias, thoracic spine abnormalities and other conditions. It is a far better alternative than a chest xray for detecting lung cancer.
- Virtual Colonoscopy. This test is an exciting alternative to invasive colonoscopy, which requires heavy sedation and the insertion of a five-foot scope. Virtual colonoscopy is fast (15 minutes), accurate (can visualize 100% of the colon), and does not require recovery in a hospital. In fact, you can resume normal activities immediately following the test. It is ideal for those who are frail, elderly, on a anticoagulant medication or as a repeat exam for those who have previously had a normal colonoscopy. Those without insurance coverage will find virtual colonoscopy costs less than the traditional procedure.
- Body Scan. This is the most complete test to look at the majority of major organs and vessels inside your body. If you’re over 55, you can also elect to add a bone density evaluation to the test.
- Bone Density Scan. The QCT bone density scan is a very accurate and more sensitive measure of bone density than DXA. It can track changes in bone density in response to treatment, and in older people who have lumbar disk disease.
- Electron Beam Angiography. This non-invasive coronary angiography accurately visualizes coronary arteries unlike cardiac catheterization that requires a plastic tube to be inserted into the aorta and coronary artery openings. EBA is used as a diagnostic tool for patients with certain types of chest symptoms or a failed stress test. In addition, it can be used for patients who have coronary stents or bypass grafts to verify that the arteries are still open and functioning properly. The entire procedure takes only 20 minutes, the patient can return to normal activities immediately and it is significantly less expensive than catheterization.
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