What is CORESCAN?

What is Corescan?

CoreScan is an FDA-approved technology that measures wellness. Specifically, it measures VAT (visceral adipose tissue) and bone density using a bone mineral density scan. VAT is fat that surrounds abdominal organs. Excess VAT levels are linked to obesity and have been shown to increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and other diseases.

We offer this screening as part of our commitment to community health and wellness, a top priority for our imaging network.

Who should have a CoreScan?

If you’re looking to make a change in your overall health and wellness, CoreScan may be for you! Learn more about your body and your current wellness levels to start setting goals and working towards a healthier you.

How to prepare for a CoreScan

CoreScan is a quick, non-invasive study that takes no special preparation. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before your exam:

• Refrain from taking calcium supplements for at least 24 hours before your study
• Wear comfortable clothing and avoid garments that have zippers, belts or buttons made of metal
• Let your technologist know if you’ve recently had a barium examination or have been injected with a contrast material for a CT or radioisotope scan
• Let your technologist know if there is a possibility you are pregnant

What to expect during a CoreScan

The CoreScan is a noninvasive study that takes less than 10 minutes to perform. During the scan, you will be asked to lie back on a table as a low dose of radiation is passed over the body to create an image. To begin the exam, you will lie on a padded table with a detector (an imaging device) above. You will be asked to remain as still as possible during the procedure, as movement can blur the image, decreasing its quality.