Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Australia, resulting in 1 in 10 deaths. CT calcium scoring is a screening test used to assess the risk for coronary artery disease, the cause of heart attacks. The Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSANZ) recommends risk assessment to select patients for CT calcium scoring. CT Coronary Angiography is predominantly used to exclude coronary artery disease in symptomatic patients with low to intermediate risk or as an alternative for patients who cannot have invasive angiography.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women. Screening mammography is recommended by Breastscreen Australia for all women >40 years. In women with moderate to dense breast parenchyma, ultrasound screening is recommended in addition to mammography as the sensitivity of mammography is reduced. Breast MRI screening is used in addition to mammography for screening women with high risk (>20% lifetime risk of developing breast cancer). Many women in the high risk group are eligible for MRI Breast screening under the Medicare criteria. Please call Noosa Radiology for more information or to book an appointment.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in males. A screening blood test, serum PSA, is recommended by the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand (USANZ) in men > 40 years. For men with persistent elevation of PSA levels for 1-3 months, Prostate MRI is used to assess for significant lesions that require biopsy. Many patients are eligible for Prostate MRI under the Medicare criteria.
Lung cancer is the 5th most common cancer, and the most common cause of cancer deaths in Australia. CT is more sensitive than CXR in detection, and with newer techniques, uses minimal dose. There is evidence to support low dose CT screening in high-risk patients >55 years. Our national CT lung cancer screening program will commence in July 2025.
Colorectal cancer is the 4th most common cancer. Endoscopy is the gold standard in assessment for colorectal cancer. This allows assessment and biopsy. CT colonography is an alternative used for patients who are unable to have a colonoscopy.
Whole body MRI relies predominantly on diffusion weighted imaging (DWI) to detect occult cancer. Utilising no radiation, this is Medicare eligible for patients who carry an increased genetic risk for developing cancer related to a variant in the TP53 gene.
Ultrasound is used to quantify the degree of fibrosis and fat within the liver, to assess for early changes of chronic liver disease.
A DEXA scan is used for Bone mineral densitometry (BMD) is a screening test for Osteoporosis. It is recommended in women and men > 50 years with risk factors.
A DEXA scan is used for Body Composition Scans, the gold standard in measurement of body composition, accurate to within 1%. The scan assesses fat, lean muscle and bone. This is predominantly used in weight loss and athletic monitoring.
Please be aware that all imaging examinations require an appointment. Please call us to arrange a time.
What to bring:
Please tell us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You may be required to have a consultation prior to the examination. Imaging preparations vary for each examination which can include, fasting and being well hydrated. Our staff will make you aware of all preparation when booking your appointment.
On arrival, our reception staff will ask you to read and sign a consent form that relates to the procedure you are having. You may be asked to change into a gown and remove any metal objects or jewellery.
There are many types of preventative imaging examinations available at Cooroy Radiology, and each procedure varies. Our team will explain your procedure to you on the day. Our highly trained staff will be available to answer any questions you may have prior to or after the procedure.
More information for your specific procedure see the ‘Related information’ in this section.
The images obtained are digitally recorded. At Coolum Radiology our highly trained and qualified radiologists interpret the images and provide a report for your doctor and/or referring health care provider usually within 24 hours, although depending on the complexity of the scan this may take a little longer.
You will need to make a follow up appointment to discuss the results with your referring practitioner. Your doctor can access your report and images electronically via a secure portal and you will be able to access your images via our patient portal.
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