FROM OUR RADIOLOGISTS

Health & Imaging Blog

Expert articles on diagnostic imaging, pregnancy scanning, cancer screening and preventive health — written by the radiologists at AV Scan Diagnostics, Dadar West, Mumbai.

Spine imaging at AV Scan Diagnostics
Patient Guide

Which Scan Do You Need for Back Pain? X-Ray, MRI or CT

Most back pain settles without a scan. When X-ray, MRI or CT helps, and the warning signs that need emergency care.

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CT scanner room at AV Scan Diagnostics
Patient Guide

Headache: Do You Need a CT or MRI Scan?

Most headaches need no scan. When doctors ask for an MRI or CT brain, and the warning signs that need emergency care.

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Fujifilm Supria CT at AV Scan Diagnostics
Patient Guide

Which Scan for Kidney Stones? Ultrasound, CT KUB or X-Ray

Ultrasound, low-dose CT KUB or X-ray KUB: when each is used, and how to prepare.

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MRI suite at AV Scan Diagnostics
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Knee Pain: X-Ray, Ultrasound or MRI?

X-ray for arthritis and fractures, ultrasound for tendons, MRI for ACL and meniscus tears.

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MRI suite at AV Scan Diagnostics
Patient Guide

Preparing for Your MRI Scan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Food, clothing, implants, claustrophobia, sedation and contrast: what to expect on the day.

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CT scanner at AV Scan Diagnostics
Patient Guide

CT Scan Radiation Explained: How Much, and Is It Safe?

CT dose compared with X-ray and natural background radiation, plus pregnancy, children and repeat scans.

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When to get an MRI scan
MRI

When Should You Get an MRI Scan? 10 Signs Your Doctor May Recommend One

MRI is one of the most powerful diagnostic tools — but when exactly should you get one?

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Fujifilm Amulet Innovality 3D Mammography machine
Mammography

What is 3D Mammography? How Tomosynthesis is Changing Breast Cancer Detection

3D mammography is transforming early breast cancer detection — here's how it works.

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NT scan pregnancy guide
Pregnancy

NT Scan During Pregnancy — A Complete Guide for Expecting Mothers in Mumbai

Everything you need to know about the NT scan — what it tests for and what the results mean.

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MRI vs CT scan guide
Imaging

MRI vs CT Scan — Which One Do You Need? A Doctor's Guide

Both are powerful tools but for different conditions. Here's how to know which you need.

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