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A member asked:
I have a thyroid problems the doctor told me that i need to get a ct sacn on my thyroid why is that ?
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Do not know: Most workup of thyroid disease utilizes blood tests, ultrasound, and sometimes nuclear medicine. I am not sure of reasoning for CT scan. You should ask physician the reason for CT scan.
Answered 3/24/2020
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