“How do you prepare for a lung CT scan?”

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“How do you prepare for a lung CT scan?”

I am a 47 year old female. I will have CT scan of lungs. How do you prepare for a lung CT scan?

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Nothing.

**Malcolm K. Hatfield** Radiologist Racine, WI · Accepted Answer

Malcolm K. Hatfield Radiologist Racine, WI

Nothing.

**Ronald M. Rust** Radiologist Bryan, TX · Accepted Answer

Ronald M. Rust Radiologist Bryan, TX

There is no prep needed. If you will have IV contrast, you'll need to refrain from eating approximately 4-6 hours prior to the scan.

**Warren Janowitz** Radiologist Miami, FL · Accepted Answer

Warren Janowitz Radiologist Miami, FL

Most are done without contrast. May have to not eat for several hours. Follow directions from facility doing the study.

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There is nothing to do in prep.