CT (Computerised Tomography) scanning uses x-rays to image the soft tissue organs and joints in detail, while MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) uses a very powerful magnet and radio-frequency to image the soft tissues and joints and provide greater detail.
The type of scan that you will have is dependent on many things and is decided upon by the referring doctors.
Sometimes preparation may be required prior to your scan. This may, among other things, be in the form of a drink or the need to fill your bladder.
Further information about the preparations required, and what will happen during your scan, will be provided within your appointment letter.
Opening times - Monday to Friday 8am to 8.30pm, occasional Saturdays and Sundays
Telephone - CT & MRI scanning; 01493 453260
Location - CT and MRI are located on the rear corridor (West Corridor) of the main hospital building. We also have other locations on the hospital site where scans may be carried out - including the Northside MR unit - please check the location on your appointment letter to confirm where you need to attend.
There is a map below to give a general guide to locations.
You may have your MRI scan in our Northside MRI Unit - named for being on the north side of our hospital site.
Find out more by watching our video here.
Please click on the image below for a map showing the locations of CT and MRI scanning on our site. Please refer to your hospital letter, and information supplied with it, to find out where you should attend.
