Low-Dose CT Lung Screening

High-resolution low-dose HRCT of the chest for lung cancer screening, lung fibrosis diagnosis, emphysema assessment, and asbestosis evaluation. No contrast agent required. Offered for high-risk individuals including heavy smokers, ex-smokers, and those with occupational lung exposure. No referral needed.

The low-dose chest CT (HRCT — High Resolution CT) at Radiologie Raboisen 38 is a specialised imaging protocol that takes advantage of the lung's naturally high air content to produce detailed images of pulmonary architecture at a significantly reduced radiation dose compared to standard diagnostic CT. No intravenous contrast agent is required, simplifying preparation and eliminating contrast allergy risk. The practice's lung CT page notes that HRCT is the internationally accepted standard for diagnosing pulmonary fibrosis, occupational lung disease (including asbestosis), and the various forms of emphysema. In cases of lung fibrosis and most occupational lung conditions, HRCT eliminates the need for tissue biopsy — a major advantage for patients and referring physicians seeking a definitive diagnosis without invasive procedures. For lung cancer screening in high-risk patients, the practice notes that low-dose HRCT has regulatory approval in the United States as a screening tool for heavy smokers and ex-smokers, and that it can be arranged in Germany for appropriate patients on a case-by-case basis following a pre-examination discussion. Starting April 2026, lung cancer screening also became available through statutory health insurance in Germany for qualifying high-risk groups; at Radiologie Raboisen 38, private and self-pay patients can access this service directly without waiting for GKV administrative pathways. The CT can simultaneously evaluate the heart, major vessels, bony structures of the thorax (vertebral column and ribs), and mediastinum — providing a comprehensive thoracic overview in a single acquisition lasting under 15 seconds of breath-hold. In suspected pulmonary embolism, a contrast-enhanced CT angiography protocol is available as an alternative. Following the examination, one of the practice's four radiologists reviews findings with the patient in a personal consultation, interpreting pulmonary nodules, structural changes, and incidental findings in clinical context. Images are available via the online portal immediately after the appointment.