CT Scan of Kub

What is a CT KUB Scan?

A CT scan of KUB (Kidneys, Ureters, Bladder) is a non-invasive imaging test that uses low-dose X-rays to capture 360° views of your urinary tract. It pinpoints stones, infections, tumors, and structural anomalies in minutes.

Why Choose Cadabam's Diagnostics for CT KUB Scan

• NABL-accredited radiologists
• 128-slice CT for razor-sharp images
• Digital appointment in 60 seconds
• Insurance cashless partnerships with 30+ providers

Kidney Assessment Points

• Size & position
• Stone size & density (HU)
• Hydronephrosis grading

Ureter & Bladder Evaluation

• Ureteric dilation or strictures
• Bladder wall thickness
• Filling defects (stones/tumors)

• Kidney stone detection—even 1 mm calculi
• UTI complications—abscess or pyelonephritis
• Hematuria investigation—rule out malignancy
• Tumor screening—solid vs cystic lesions

• High Accuracy—99 % sensitivity for stones
• Fast Scan Time—under 10 minutes
• Same-Day Reporting—reports emailed & SMS-linked
• Insurance Tie-ups—cashless approvals in 5 minutes

Pre-requisites

• Fasting: 2 hours if contrast is used
• Hydration: Drink 1 L water before non-contrast scan for better bladder distension

Best Time to Book

• Morning slots (8–11 am) for same-day reporting
• Weekdays: less waiting time

What to Wear

• Loose cotton clothes; no zippers/metal
• Remove jewelry, belts, and mobile devices

Step-by-Step Process

1. Registration & consent
2. Change into gown (if contrast)
3. Lie supine; table moves into scanner
4. Hold breath for 5–10 seconds per scan
5. Optional contrast injection via cannula

Scan Duration

• Non-contrast: 5 minutes
• Contrast: 10 minutes (including post-contrast phases)

After-Scan Instructions

• Resume normal diet immediately (non-contrast)
• Drink 2 L water post-contrast to flush dye
• Report collected at reception or emailed link

Radiation Exposure Explained

Typical dose ≈ 3–5 mSv—equivalent to 6 months of natural background. Cadabam’s uses iterative reconstruction to cut dose by up to 40 %.

Who Should Avoid This Scan

• Pregnant women (first trimester)
• Patients with severe contrast allergy (when contrast is planned)
• Renal dysfunction with eGFR <30 (for contrast studies)