CT: Coronary Angiogram (CTA) Scan: How to prepare and what to expect - 03/2023

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CT: Coronary Angiogram (CTA) Scan: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout describes a coronary CTA, also called CT coronary angiography, that studies the inside of tiny heart vessels. It includes how the scan works, how to prepare, how it is done, what is felt during the scan, and how to get the results.

Author

Radiology/Imaging Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2005

Revision Date

03/2023

Print Abstract

General Subject

Cardiovascular Disorders

Diagnostic Tests

Specific Subject/Keyword

Angiography

Blood Vessels

CT Scan (computed tomography scan)

Heart

Heart Function Tests

Languages

English

Record ID

3120