Worried about your Chest CT Scan scan? At Tapadia Karimnagar, our 1.5T MRI takes 30-45 minutes, is painless, and you can resume normal activity immediately afterwards. AERB-licensed facility, doctor-reviewed reports in 6 hours, pay at centre.
Chest CT Scan in Hyderabad
Chest CT Scan (also called CAT scan, CT scan, Lung scan). NABL-accredited diagnostic laboratory accuracy. complementary home sample collection. Verified reports delivered within 6 hours straight to WhatsApp.
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Commonly prescribed for: Chest pain, cough, shortness of breath
Report Delivery:
Sample before 12 PM → by 8:30 PM today
Sample after 12 PM → by 1 PM tomorrow
Worried about your Chest CT Scan scan? At Tapadia Karimnagar, our 1.5T MRI takes 30-45 minutes, is painless, and you can resume normal activity immediately afterwards. AERB-licensed facility, doctor-reviewed reports in 6 hours, pay at centre.
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Reviewed by Dr. Anurag Gupta, MBBS, MD Pathology
NABL Accredited — Certified
Tapadia Diagnostic Centre — Since 1989
A CT Chest (Plain) uses X-rays to create detailed images of the lungs, airways, and chest structures. Unlike contrast studies, it does not use dye. It is highly sensitive for detecting lung infections, nodules, fibrosis, and structural abnormalities.
Evaluate persistent cough or breathlessness
Detect lung infections or scarring
Assess lung nodules
Screen smokers or high-risk individuals
CT imaging provides cross-sectional views that reveal conditions not visible on X-ray.
Chronic cough
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Abnormal chest X-ray
To obtain precise lung imaging for diagnosis.
No fasting required.
Remove metal objects.
You lie still while the scanner takes images.
Normal activities can resume.
If abnormalities are reported.
Low radiation exposure.
Avoid smoking
Follow treatment plans
Lung and chest structure.
Identifies infections, tumors, or fibrosis.
Further tests or biopsy may be advised.
Movement, breathing during scan.
CT provides much higher detail.
Is contrast used? No, contrast is not used in a plain CT chest scan, as it relies solely on standard X-rays to produce clear images without the need for intravenous dye, making it suitable for patients with allergies or kidney concerns.
Is it painful? No, the CT chest scan is not painful; it involves lying comfortably on a table that slides through the scanner, with no injections or invasive procedures involved.
How long does it take? The procedure typically takes 5–10 minutes, including positioning and scanning, allowing for a quick and efficient evaluation without significant disruption to your day.
Is radiation harmful? The radiation exposure is very low and comparable to a few months of natural background radiation, with the benefits of accurate diagnosis far outweighing this minimal risk for most patients.
Can it detect cancer? Yes, it can detect suspicious lesions that may indicate cancer, such as nodules or masses, though any findings would require follow-up with biopsy or additional imaging for confirmation.

Bring prescription + arrive 15 min early
Change into gown, remove all metal
Lie on bed, slide into scanner
Stay still, hear soft tapping sounds
Done — Reports on WhatsApp in 6 hrs
Tapadia Diagnostic Centre serves patients across Hyderabad and Secunderabad with NABL-accredited pathology and radiology services backed by decades of diagnostic experience. The most-booked tests reflect Hyderabad’s growing focus on preventive healthcare: CBP (Complete Blood Picture) remains one of the highest-demand blood tests among working professionals; Thyroid Function Tests are frequently booked by women aged 30+; and Lipid Profile + HbA1c combinations are commonly chosen for diabetes and cardiac monitoring.
Our Hyderabad diagnostic facilities offer MRI, CT scan, ultrasound, X-ray, ECG, and comprehensive health checkup packages. Most routine pathology reports are delivered within 6 hours on WhatsApp, while radiology reports are generally available the same day. Unlike smaller standalone labs that outsource advanced scans, Tapadia operates with dedicated radiology infrastructure and experienced specialists for faster turnaround and reliable reporting.
Home sample collection is available across Hyderabad and Secunderabad, including Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Himayatnagar, Begumpet, Tarnaka, Dilsukhnagar, Ameerpet, Kondapur, Gachibowli, and surrounding areas. Patients can schedule online or by phone/WhatsApp. Payment can be made at home in cash or online through UPI and Razorpay.
Tapadia follows NABL-accredited quality protocols and is Form-F registered for prenatal ultrasound under the PCPNDT Act 1994. We also support corporate health checkups, preventive screening camps, and employee wellness programs for companies, institutions, and government organizations across Hyderabad.
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