Brain CT Scan at Cadabams Diagnostics | Safe & Quick Imaging

If your doctor has asked for a CT BRAIN PLAIN, you probably want clear answers—fast. At Cadabams Diagnostics, we use advanced 128-slice CT scanners and low-dose protocols to give your physician detailed images without long waits or extra radiation. This guide walks you through everything you can expect, from preparation to results.

Overview

A CT BRAIN PLAIN scan creates cross-sectional pictures of the brain using X-rays and computer processing. It is the go-to test when doctors need to rule out or confirm:
- Head injuries and bleeding
- Stroke (ischaemic or haemorrhagic)
- Tumours or infections
- Hydrocephalus or skull fractures
The entire procedure usually takes 5–10 minutes, and you can go home right after.

What is Brain CT Scan?

A Brain CT scan (also called CT Head Plain) is a non-invasive imaging test that:
- Uses a rotating X-ray tube and detectors to capture multiple angles.
- Produces thin “slices” that reveal bone, soft tissue, and blood vessels.
- Creates detailed 3-D reconstructions on a computer screen.
Because no contrast dye is injected, CT BRAIN PLAIN is safe for patients with kidney issues or iodine allergies.

When and Who Needs to Take a Brain CT Scan?

Your physician may order a Brain CT scan if you have:

• Sudden, severe headache
• Head trauma from a fall or accident
• New seizures or confusion
• Weakness, numbness, or vision loss
• Persistent nausea or vomiting
  Who can take it: Adults, children, and elderly patients—there is no age limit.

• Slice thickness (0.6–1 mm)
• Reconstruction algorithms (bone vs. soft tissue)
• Windowing (brain, bone, or subdural views)
• Radiation dose index (CTDI)
• Patient positioning and head fixation

• Stroke symptoms: To differentiate clot vs. bleed
• Head injury: Look for skull fracture or haematoma
• Chronic headache: Rule out mass lesion
• Infection: Assess abscess or meningitis
• Follow-up: Post-surgery or chemotherapy monitoring

Benefits of the Test

• Fast diagnosis: Results ready within 30–60 minutes
• High accuracy: Detects bleeds as small as 3 mm
• Non-invasive: No needles (for plain scan)
• Accessible: Available 24×7 at Cadabams Diagnostics
• Cost-effective: Lower price than MRI for emergency cases

Illnesses Diagnosed with CT Brain Plain

• Acute stroke
• Subdural or epidural haematoma
• Brain tumours (glioma, meningioma)
• Hydrocephalus
• Cerebral abscess
• Skull fractures
• Enlarged ventricles (normal-pressure hydrocephalus)

• Fasting: Not required for CT BRAIN PLAIN
• Clothing: Remove metal hairpins, earrings, glasses
• Medications: Continue normal medicines
• Bring: Doctor’s prescription, ID proof, and previous scans (if any)
  Tip: Arrive 15 minutes early for registration and safety checks.

Pre-requisites

• Signed consent form
• Pregnancy test for women of child-bearing age (if unsure)
• Kidney function test only if contrast is planned (not for CT BRAIN PLAIN)

Best Time to Take the Brain CT Scan

• Emergency: Immediately after head trauma or stroke symptoms
• Routine: Any time of day that suits you—no fasting or sedation needed

Eligibility

Procedure for Taking a Brain CT Scan

1. Check-in: Verify ID and prescription at reception.
2. Safety screening: Remove metallic objects.
3. Positioning: Lie on the scanner table; head in a cushioned holder.
4. Scan: Table moves through the ring; you’ll hear soft whirring.
5. Completion: Technician reviews images for quality; you’re free to leave.
   Total time on table: 3–5 minutes.

Caution Before Taking the Test

• Metal implants: Inform us about dental clips or cochlear implants
• Claustrophobia: Let staff know; we can provide headphones or mild sedation
• Pregnancy: Always declare—alternative ultrasound or MRI may be considered