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DIAGNOSTIC SCREENINGS - DIRECT TO PATIENTS
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Medical technology provides immense possibilities for diagnostic potentiality. Often some of the most effective forms of non-invasive diagnostics are not covered by insurance. At Lighthouse Diagnostic Imaging, patients can be proactive about their health status with low-cost scans of the heart, lungs or whole body. Diagnostic scan reports are given to the patient and faxed to the patient's medical provider of choice. Please click on the links below to learn more about our Diagnostic Scans, explore a sample report or contact us for an appointment
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MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI)
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to image the body. MRI
is commonly used to examine the brain, spine, joints, abdomen and
blood vessels. Some MRI exams require an injection of an MRI
contrast or dye. It is important not to move during the exam. All
MRI exams are interpreted by a board-certified radiologist with
extensive experience in MRI.
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X-RAY AND FLUOROSCOPY
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(X-Ray and Fluoroscopy)
Diagnostic radiology, as well as routine fluoroscopic
examinations are available to study a full range of disorders and
diseases. X-rays of the chest, abdomen, spine and extremities are
taken, and special tests to view the stomach, intestines and kidneys
are also performed. All exams are performed by board-certified
radiologists with extensive experience in these areas.
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COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY
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(CT or "CAT" scan) Computed
Tomography uses x-rays to take images of the body that can be
reconstructed in all 3 plains and for
performing special image-guided procedures. All CT scans are interpreted by
a board-certified radiologists with extensive experience in this
field.
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ULTRASOUND
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An ultrasound is used to
create images from inside the body by using sound waves instead of
radiation. Examples of diagnostic ultrasound examinations include
abdominal, pelvic, obstetric and small parts scanning. All ultrasounds
are performed by board-certified sonographers and are interpreted by
board-certified radiologists with extensive experience these areas.
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MAMMOGRAPHY / BREAST IMAGING
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Women's imaging is a specialized
field in radiology that studies the breast and pelvic soft tissue. LDI offers a full range
of services for the diagnosis of female organ diseases. All breast imaging
is performed by board-certified radiologists and technologists with
subspecialty trained.
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