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Can the 64 Slice scan detect soft plaque?

Is it possible for the 64 slice ct scan to detect soft plaque in the arteries?


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Replied on 11/3/2009

By: Az-Tech Radiology and Scan4Health  |  
Gilbert, AZ


Yes it is possible.


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