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How long does it take for a contrast head ct to detect cancer?

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When test is over : As soon as lest (ct) is over will know any lesion is present or absent in 3 mts. If any lesion present then then will need a series of specialist consultations to find what it is, may even need biopsy.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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