“How soon do doctors receive CT scan results?”

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“How soon do doctors receive CT scan results?”

I am a 28 year old male. I want to know how soon do doctors receive CT scan results?

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

Ronald M. Rust Radiologist Bryan, TX

Usually within a few minutes to a few hours after the scan, depending upon the setup of the imaging department involved.

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

Malcolm K. Hatfield Radiologist Racine, WI

At my clinic, one hour.

**Marc Ronald Hamet** Interventional Radiologist Riverside, CT · Accepted Answer

Marc Ronald Hamet Interventional Radiologist Riverside, CT

Most CT scans are read the same day and the information is sent to the referring clinician, so typically within 1-2 working days.

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At my center within one hour.