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Is there a test that can scan your whole body and look at organs and bones?
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Yes but why?: There are many tests that can look at your entire body, but i question what you are looking for. You need to have some indication for the test, and you should remember that there can be side effects to tests. Think about what you want, and talk to your doctor.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Yes: Ct, MRI or pet can do a scan, show different information but with advantages and disadvantages to each. Ct without contrast as a screen...Disadvantage radiation, mri....Disadvantage will not show lungs as well as ct, pet...Good for looking for areas of glucose uptake which may indicate a tumor... The problem is that you will find normal things on these tests and then be subject to more tests.
Answered 6/10/2014
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