Uses

• Cats that have neurological problems or symptoms such as issues walking or behavior changes might be candidates for a CT scan to diagnosis the issue.
  
  

Process

• A cat is anesthetized and will lie still on a table that moves into the machine that does the imaging. An X-ray emitting device moves around the animal, then the computer processes the images. The machine can also perform a biopsy on the area if needed.
  
  

Function

• A CT scan is used to get a specific image of the body to look for abnormal tissue that might signify a cancer or disease.
  
  

Warnings

• The images can come out imperfect, especially if the feline moves during the process.
  
  

Benefits

• These images normally give a more complete image than traditional X-ray as it is a 3-D image. Also, a dye can be used to further improve the effectiveness of the technique when looking at soft tissue.