CT Angiography Pulmonary is a specialized contrast-enhanced CT examination that provides detailed imaging of the pulmonary arteries to evaluate pulmonary embolism, arterial blockages, vascular abnormalities, and pulmonary arteriovenous malformations, supporting rapid diagnosis and appropriate clinical management.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. CTPA is commonly used to detect blood clots within the pulmonary arteries, helping determine their location and extent.
Yes. Intravenous iodinated contrast is used to opacify the pulmonary arteries and make blood clots and other vascular abnormalities more clearly visible.
Preparation depends on the centre's protocol. You may be asked to fast for a specified period, and kidney-function assessment may be recommended before contrast administration when clinically appropriate.
Yes. Inform the medical team about kidney disease, previous reactions to iodinated contrast, allergies, diabetes, thyroid conditions, pregnancy, or other relevant medical conditions before the examination.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend blood tests, Doppler ultrasound of the legs, echocardiography, follow-up CT, MRI, or other cardiovascular or pulmonary investigations.
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