A shoulder computed tomography scan or (CT or CAT scan) creates cross-sectional images of the shoulder using specialized X-ray cameras. This scan can help doctors see the bones and soft tissues in ...

A CT (computed tomography) scan, sometimes also called a CAT scan, is a type of specialized X-ray. The scan can show cross-sectional images of a specific area of your body.

Students in the programs will learn about cross-sectional anatomy, imaging protocols, patient care procedures, contrast media administration, emergency imaging, and professional communication.

A CT scan of the abdomen is roughly equivalent to 400 chest X-rays. Too much radiation can cause skin burns, cataracts and other injuries, and in extreme cases, cancer and death.

The life-size table, developed by US company Anatomage, has been created from CT scans which allow the body to be seen from front to back, side to side and upside down.