What is a NCCT HEAD?
NCCT Head is a specialized non-contrast CT examination that provides rapid, detailed imaging of the brain and skull to evaluate intracranial bleeding, trauma, fractures, brain swelling, stroke-related changes, hydrocephalus, and other acute structural abnormalities, supporting timely diagnosis and appropriate clinical management.
Additional Information
| Also known as/ Other names: | Plain CT Head / Brain, CT Brain / Head without Contrast, Cranial CT Scan, Brain CT / CAT Scan |
| Parameters: | 1 |
| Recommended for: | M/F/Others |
| Sample Type: | _ |
| Patient Preparation: | - |
| Reports: | Within 24 working hrs |
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
FAQs
Yes. Non-contrast CT is commonly used to identify acute intracranial hemorrhage, including bleeding within or around the brain.
Yes. CT provides detailed images of the skull and can help identify fractures and their location and extent, especially after head trauma.
Usually, no special preparation is required for a non-contrast head CT. You may be asked to remove spectacles, jewellery, hair accessories, or other metallic objects from the head and neck region.
Depending on the findings and symptoms, your doctor may recommend MRI brain, CT angiography, CT perfusion, or other neurological investigations for further evaluation.
Yes. It can demonstrate signs of brain swelling or cerebral edema and other changes that may increase pressure within the skull.
