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Cranial CT Scan

Health Checkups estimated about CNY 500-1500 (estimated about USD 70-$200) 30 min

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Description

A cranial CT scan in China helps diagnose head injuries, strokes, tumors, or unexplained headaches, with typical costs ranging from $70 to $200; ChinaMedicalHub assists international patients with hospital booking and interpreter support.

Main Uses

Head CT scans are primarily used for: 1. Diagnosing and evaluating acute neurological conditions like stroke, 2. Detecting and assessing brain injuries, 3. Identifying and monitoring brain tumors, 4. Evaluating causes of headaches, 5. Assessing the extent of brain damage after trauma, 6. Planning for neurosurgical procedures.

Normal Range

A normal head CT scan shows no abnormalities in the brain, such as tumors, bleeding, or signs of stroke. The density values (Hounsfield Units) for different tissues typically fall within specific ranges: air (-1000 HU), fat (-50 to -100 HU), water/CSF (0 HU), blood (30-60 HU), and bone (+400 to +1000 HU).

Low Values - Possible Causes

Low density areas on a CT scan can be caused by: 1. Cerebral edema, 2. Infarction or ischemic stroke, 3. Presence of cysts or fluid-filled spaces, 4. Fat deposition, 5. Certain types of tumors that are less dense than surrounding tissue.

High Values - Possible Causes

High density areas on a CT scan may indicate: 1. Hemorrhage or bleeding, 2. Calcifications, 3. Tumors with high cellularity or calcified components, 4. Bone fragments within the brain, 5. Contrast agent if used during the procedure.

estimated about CNY 500-1500

estimated about USD 70-$200

Duration: 30 min