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Computed Tomography Angiogram (CT Angiogram)
Results
Results of a Reference CT angiogram Opens New Window are usually ready for your doctor in 1 to 2 days.
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The blood vessels look normal, and blood flow is not reduced. |
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The heart and heart valves look normal. |
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No narrowing, blockage, bulging (Reference aneurysm Opens New Window), or large buildup of Reference plaque Opens New Window is seen. |
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Abnormal: |
One or more blood vessels are partially or completely blocked. |
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The heart or the heart valves look abnormal. |
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An aneurysm or tear (Reference dissection Opens New Window) in the Reference aorta Opens New Window is present. |
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A narrow spot in an artery may suggest that a blood clot or a deposit of fat and calcium is reducing blood flow through the blood vessel. |
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An abnormal pattern of blood vessels may be a sign that a tumor is present. |
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference June 13, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Rakesh K. Pai, MD, FACC - Cardiology, Electrophysiology
Reference George Philippides, MD - Cardiology |
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