Radiology Services
X-RAY
Radiography Services
X-rays are low wavelength radiation which can penetrate tissues to create shadow type images of the body. They are simple, quick and effective. X-Ray is often used when people need imaging of body regions such as the chest, joints and bones.
Radiology Services
CT
Radiography Services
CT machines use rotating x-ray beams and powerful computing to make slice-like and 3D pictures of the body. Our state of the art CT scanners produce high definition images with low patient radiation dose. CT scans are used when people need investigation of brain, chest, abdominal and spinal pathology.
Radiology Services
Mammogram
Radiography Services
Mammography is a fine detailed examination of the breasts using a specialised X-Ray unit.,,The unit designed to compress the breast tissue to assist in positioning and reduce the radiation used to create the image. The radiographers performing mammography have had specialised training in the area and the mammography unit has to meet stringent quality controls.
Radiology Services
DEXA
Radiography Services
DEXA is a common and accurate test which uses x-rays of two different energy levels to measure and determine bone density. Very low doses of radiation are used. DEXA is used when people have osteoporosis.
Radiology Services
Ultrasound
Radiography Services
Ultrasound is a medical imaging test that uses very high frequency sound waves to examine the internal organs of the body. These sound waves are transmitted through the body and the waves that are returned to the transducer then form an image on a computer screen. Ultrasound is used widely to examine many parts of the body, including the liver, kidneys, pelvis, blood vessels, shoulders and ankles and is used extensively in pregnancy to examine the baby.
Radiology Services
MRI
Radiography Services
MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. MRI scans use a strong magnetic field and low energy radio waves to create high resolution images of selected anatomy. It highlights any relevant pathology or injury present with exquisite and precise detail.
This technology does not use ionising radiation (x-ray) and is considered to be very safe for patients, especially those requiring multiple follow up studies.
The MRI machine appears similar to a large tube in shape with a short tunnel through the centre. The noise produced by MRI scanners is very loud, so hearing protection is provided.
An emergency alarm is also available during the scan to alert the radiographer should you need any assistance.
Radiology Services
DEXA Body Composition
Radiography Services
DEXA Body Composition works by passing two (dual) very low dose x-ray beams at differing energy levels through the tissues of the body. Fat, muscle and bone each have different attenuating factors, i.e. different levels of absorption due to their unique densities. It is these attenuating factors that allow the DEXA to calculate relative masses of each tissue type.