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A 20-year-old female asked:

Will a pelvis/abdomen ct scan with contrast show an enlarged spleen as well? thanks!

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Dr. John Chiuanswered

Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience

Yes: An Abdominal can should include the spleen.

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Dr. Michael Gaboranswered

Diagnostic Radiology 35 years experience

Yes,: definitely. The spleen can be easily measured on CT.

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