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Im getting a ct of head with contrast. doc told me to check some levels to see if its ok to use contrast.what would that be?something like keratin?

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Dr. Kenneth Liu answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Creatinine.: Your doctor is likely checking your kidney function to make sure it is safe for you to have the contrast.

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Answered 7/17/2016

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A member asked:

Im getting a ct of head with contrast. doc told me to check some levels to see if its ok to use contrast.what would that be?something like keratin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenneth Liu answered

Dr Rhoads and 7 doctors agreed

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