CT Guided FNAC
24 hours
1 hour
Unilateral
Before the Appoitment, consult interventional doctor. Must be reviewed before procedure: PT/INR,Platelet count, Hemoglobin, Kidney function test (if contrast planned). Fast for 4–6 hours before the scan Post-Procedure Care
Observe for 2–6 hours (depending on procedure).
Stop anticoagulants as per protocol:Warfarin: 3–5 days prior Aspirin/Clopidogrel: 5–7 days (if required) Continue essential medications (consult physician) Premedication if:Contrast allergy (steroids, antihistamines),Anxiety (mild sedatives)
What is CT Guided FNAC
CT-guided FNAC (Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology) is a minimally invasive procedure where a radiologist uses real-time CT scans to precisely guide a thin needle into deep-seated lumps or masses to extract cells for testing. It is primarily used to diagnose tumors, cysts, and infections in hard-to-reach areas like the lungs or deep lymph nodes.