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Is it safe to get an ultrasound several days after receiving a ct scan? will i be exposed to too much radiation?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: There is no ionizing radiation in ultrasound, no worries.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 8/19/2020

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