Imaging & Diagnostics in New Jersey | Hackensack Meridian Health

2022-11-07 15:41:59 By : Ms. Wendy Wang

Our imaging specialists work with your medical team to provide an accurate and precise diagnosis using the latest technology, including:

Abdominal ultrasound: An abdominal ultrasound is used to assess the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, bile ducts, spleen, and abdominal aorta. Angioscreen: In just 15 minutes, this simple, non-invasive evaluation will help identify your risk for heart disease and stroke Bone Densitometry: Also called dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) or a bone scan, this x-ray technology is used to measure bone density and bone loss. Breast Health Imaging: Regular screening for breast cancer provides the best chance of finding cancer early when it’s easier to treat and cure. Our Breast Care program offers the most advanced imaging and diagnostic screenings available, including:

Cancer Screenings: Regular screenings are an essential part of cancer prevention and provide the best chance of finding cancer early when it’s easier to treat and cure. Chest CT Angiogram: An angiogram of the chest uses a special dye and camera (fluoroscopy) to take pictures of the blood flow in the blood vessels in the chest. Colonoscopy: A colonoscopy is a simple outpatient exam that helps uncover any potential digestive issues, such as Colitis, Diverticulosis and colon cancer. Computed Tomography (CT) Scans: CT scans take cross-sectional images of soft tissue or skeletal anatomy inside your body. Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA): CTA combines a CT scan with an injection of a special dye to create images of blood vessels and tissues in your body. Contrast Studies: Contrast studies use a special dye to enhance X-ray images of parts of the body that are difficult to view with a conventional x-ray. Coronary Angiogram: An imaging test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to your heart to diagnose the cause of chest pain or other symptoms. You may also be able to receive treatment during this procedure. CT Calcium Scoring: This scan can help detect calcium-containing plaque in your arteries, which can cause a heart attack. Diagnostic Ultrasound: Also called sonography, this test uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within your body. Fluoroscopy: Fluoroscopy uses contrast dye to view moving parts of the body, producing an “x-ray video.” Head and Neck CT Angiogram: An angiogram of the head and neck uses a special dye and camera (fluoroscopy) to take pictures of the blood flow in the vessels of the head and neck. Heart Screenings:  Heart screenings, prevention tools and diagnostic tests are all services offered by our cardiology specialists to help understand a patient’s heart condition or risk of heart disease, as well as what prevention or treatment options should be used. Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA): MRA uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create a series of thin slice images of areas in the body. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): MRI uses a magnet and radio waves to diagnose all types of conditions and is especially useful for detecting brain and spinal disorders. Nuclear Medicine: A type of imaging that uses very small amounts of radioactive material to show your organ structure and function. Positron emission-computed tomography (PET-CT): PET-CT produces highly sophisticated images that show cell function within the body along with internal anatomy. These are used to diagnose cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. Upper endoscopy: An upper endoscopy is a simple outpatient procedure that can be helpful in uncovering any abnormalities that may not appear in x-rays. It also helps your physician determine your diagnosis and provide treatment options. Vascular ultrasound: A vascular ultrasound uses soundwaves to see the blood flow in your veins and arteries and detect blockages. X-ray: An x-ray is a quick and painless test that produces images of the structures inside your body.

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