Understanding Radiation and your exposure.

How is radiation dose measured?

You may hear several different terms, all related to radiation dose. Deciphering the different terms, what they mean and how they are different can be confusing.

Click here to watch a brief video that will help you understand.

FRC will provide any needed consultation regarding CT scanning and radiation dose. For more information, call 1-888-4-LOW-DOSE (1-888-456-9367) to speak directly to a knowledgeable, professional technologist who can answer questions and address any concerns relative to CT scanning.

By contacting us at this number before arriving for a scheduled CT exam, we can estimate anticipated radiation exposure prior to the procedure. You can also call after a CT has been performed to learn the actual dosage received from the exam

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Fairfax Radiology, also known as Fairfax Radiological Consultants and FRC, provides high definition, low dose CT Scans, (also known as CAT scans) at all five of our CT facilities. With special attention to safe, high quality CT scans that assure the lowest possible radiation dose, we strive to consistently offer the newest and most innovative technologies that will result in the highest quality diagnostic images with greatest reduction in radiation exposure. You can rest assured that Fairfax Radiology cares about your safety as well as the quality of your images.

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