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Is there a lot of radiation in a kidney ct scan?

Q: is there a lot of radiation in a kidney ct scan?

: Much more that a plain film. "A lot" is relative. About the same as you get from flying from La to NYC several times.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Much more that a plain film. "A lot" is relative. About the same as you get from flying from La to NYC several times.

Answered 4/19/2023

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

No. Also depends on technique

Answered 4/20/2023

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A member asked:

Is there a lot of radiation in a kidney ct scan?

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