CT of the lung (covid-19)

When to Get a Lung CT Scan

A lung CT scan will be most informative for COVID-19 from day 6 to day 11 after the onset of symptoms. Family doctors and pulmonologists might refer you earlier, depending on the course of the disease and the patient's condition.

Contraindications for Lung CT Scan with or without Contrast

• Pregnancy at any stage;
• Body weight over 120 kg;
• Persons under 18 without a doctor's referral.

Symptoms Indicating Possible COVID-19 (Covid-19) for a CT Scan

A CT scan of the lungs should be considered with the following symptoms:

• Temperature of 38°C or higher;
• Persistent dry cough;
• Loss of taste and smell;
• Muscle and joint pain;
• Shortness of breath;
• Pallor or cyanosis of the skin;
• Hemoptysis;
• Blood oxygen saturation below 95;
• Positive PCR test for Covid-19.

Lung CT for COVID-19 at the NOVO Medical Center in Lviv

At the NOVO Medical Center, radiologists recommend performing a CT scan immediately, as this diagnostic method is the most informative. The scan clearly visualizes the "ground-glass opacity" phenomenon associated with COVID-19, while X-rays can only show opacities without identifying their cause.

The examination at the NOVO Medical Center is conducted on expert-class equipment, which has minimal risk of radiation exposure.

Safety Measures at the NOVO Medical Center

During the pandemic, the staff at the NOVO Medical Center strictly adhere to quarantine restrictions. Therefore:

• For patients coming for a lung CT with suspected COVID-19, a separate reception area is specially arranged to avoid crossing paths with other patients;
• To minimize the time patients spend in the clinic, registration is done in advance by phone;
• During the examination, only one patient without an escort is in the center;
• Full disinfection of the premises and equipment is carried out after each examination;
• Maximally quick receipt of diagnostic results.

The staff at the NOVO Medical Center cares about your safety to preserve a healthy society!