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I had a ct scan from chest to pelvis. i wasn't asked to undress, and the technician said jeans (with metal parts) are ok with ct scan. is that true? i am worried that the accuracy of the test will be affected?

Q: i had a ct scan from chest to pelvis. i wasn't asked to undress, and the technician said jeans (with metal parts) are ok with ct scan. is that true? i am worried that the accuracy of the test will be affected?

: neither will affect the accuracy of the test results. Good Luck

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neither will affect the accuracy of the test results. Good Luck

Answered 12/5/2022

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A member asked:

I had a ct scan from chest to pelvis. i wasn't asked to undress, and the technician said jeans (with metal parts) are ok with ct scan. is that true? i am worried that the accuracy of the test will be affected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

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