Frequently asked questions

CT scans use a minimal amount of X-rays to capture detailed images of your body. The level of exposure is carefully controlled and considered safe for most individuals. Our scans are performed by trained professionals who follow strict safety guidelines. If you have any concerns, we encourage you to contact us so our team can address any questions you may have.

The specific findings of this scan will depend on the type of scan and the area being imaged. However, some common findings include:

• Cancer: Full body scans can help detect cancer at an early stage, when treatment is most effective.
• Tumors: Tumors are abnormal growths of tissue. Tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
• Inflammation: Inflammation is a condition that causes redness, swelling, and pain, and it can be seen on a scan as an area of increased brightness.
• Abnormalities in bone density: Full body scans can measure bone density, helping to identify osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle.
• Abnormalities in the heart and lungs: Some full body scans can detect early signs of serious diseases, such as heart disease and lung cancer.

The primary difference between a CT scan and an MRI is their ability to image the heart and detect certain conditions. CT scans are more effective for identifying heart disease and certain cancers, while MRIs may struggle in these areas. Additionally, there are notable differences in the comfort and time required for each type of scan.

Key Differences:

• Heart and cancer imaging: CT scans are superior at detecting early signs of heart disease and calcium buildup, and can identify up to 500 types of cancers. MRI scans are less effective in these areas.
• Time and convenience: CT scans take less than five minutes and require no preparation, while MRI scans can take 45 to 75 minutes and require placing coils on your body.
• Comfort: During a CT scan, there’s no need to change clothes or have anything cover your body. In contrast, MRI scans require wearing electronic coils that can become hot and uncomfortable.
• Noise level: MRI scans can produce up to 100 decibels of noise, which can be uncomfortable for sensitive individuals, while CT scans are much quieter and less confining.

In short, CT scans are generally faster, quieter, and more suited for detecting heart and lung conditions compared to MRI scans.

Our state-of-the-art CT scanner allows you to go in head-first without the need to scan your head, helping to alleviate feelings of claustrophobia. By avoiding full-body confinement, we aim to make your experience as comfortable as possible. In cases where additional support is needed, a sedative may be recommended by your doctor, and we can assist with providing a prescription if necessary.

No, it is a completely non-invasive scan. There are no needles, no dyes to drink, no fasting, no medications required, and the entire process takes less than five minutes.

Our scans are designed with your comfort in mind, requiring no injections, dyes, fasting, or other preparations. To begin the scan, you will lie down on the table, go in feet first and the whole process takes less than five minutes as it quickly and painlessly capture images of your organs, including your heart, lungs, and other organs – as well as the vessels around your heart looking for early signs of heart disease and up to 500 cancers and other diseases. It will take multiple helical images of your organs, your heart, and its vessels, looking for the earliest signs of heart disease, cancer, and many other diseases.

• A calcium score is a useful tool for predicting the risk of a heart attack.
• It helps your doctor decide if you need further testing or treatment.
• The score can also guide individual lifestyle changes to lower heart attack risk.

While a higher calcium score indicates a greater likelihood of a future heart attack, it’s important to remember that other factors—such as age, gender, and family history—also play a role in assessing your overall heart health.

• Calcium buildup is a sign of atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries) which can lead to heart attacks.
• The calcium score is calculated by using a computer to count the number and size of calcium deposits in your coronary arteries.
• The score is expressed as a number, with higher numbers indicating more calcium buildup.

Calcium score categories:
Score of 0: No calcium buildup in the coronary arteries.
Score of 1 to 10: Small amount of calcium buildup.
Score of 101 to 400: Moderate calcium buildup.
Score of 401 or higher: Severe calcium buildup.

Yes, our scan measures the calcium buildup in your coronary arteries and determines a specific score that reflects the amount of calcium present.

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Because you don’t have to change clothes and there are no needles, no dyes, and no prep time needed, it’s one of the fastest and easiest medical tests you can take in less than 5 minutes.

Yes, we have cardiologists, radiologists, and other physicians on staff that can go over your results and answer any questions you may have after the scan.

Most commercial insurers, including Medicare, do not cover these types of scans. However, we have financing programs designed to fit your budget with monthly payment plans starting at less than $100 a month.

No, technology, outcomes, and the total number of scans performed have a huge impact on the quality of the outcome. We offer the latest Computed Tomography (CT) technology with well over 100,000 successfully performed scans to date.

Your first scan is the most important first step in early detection, however at ILLUMO, we believe the most important scan will always be your next one. Whether you’re focused on specific areas of your body or are looking for a full body picture, yearly scans are recommended in an effort to stay in the know and ahead of potential health risks.

Our scan is ideal for individuals who feel healthy and want to take a proactive approach to their well-being by gaining insight into their body with potential early detection. If you are experiencing specific symptoms, we recommend consulting your primary care provider for a targeted evaluation. Not sure if our service is right for you? Contact us, and we’ll gladly assist you before you make a decision.

A full Body scan which includes your Heart and a Calcium Score ( heart disease being the number one killer in the US) is only $2497.