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Asked Questions
The amount of contrast medium used is extremely low thanks to new technologies. The dose of radiation absorbed by the body is lower than that of a chest X-ray.
Generally, no. However, the response can vary from person to person. To minimize the risk of allergic reactions, a mild anti-allergic therapy is administered 48 hours before the exam.
The entire Megah examination, including the cardiological visit, lasts a maximum of one hour.
The clinic performing the exam provides reports for all services, including those for cardiovascular assessment, the CT scan, and Calcium Score. For the Calcium Score exam, a CD with the acquired images is provided, which usually includes about a thousand images.