Diagnostic Tests

Computerized Tomography (CT)
CT is cross sectional imaging using x-rays. It generates highly detailed images of the neck, chest, and abdomen. It is sometimes used to evaluate if a goiter extends into the chest, or look for a parathyroid gland that is not in its usual location. In the abdomen, it is very useful for evaluating pancreas, liver, and adrenal masses. We recommend that a non-contrast CT scan be done if there is any suspicion of thyroid cancer in most cases.

Figure showing a right adrenal mass (arrow)

Figure showing a goiter (black arrow) compressing the trachea (white arrow)