Paying for diagnostic testing
Diagnostic tests, such as pathology tests and imaging scans, can be expensive. Learn more here about the costs and what Medicare covers.
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What is a radiographer? What is a radiologist?
Radiographers and radiologists are medical professionals who work with imaging technologies to help diagnose injuries and diseases. Find out more about both professions and the different roles they play.
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Electroencephalogram (EEG)
An electroencephalogram, or EEG, measures brain activity to diagnose or monitor conditions such as epilepsy. Learn more about this diagnostic test.
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Ultrasound
An ultrasound scan creates a real-time picture of the inside of the body using sound waves. Learn about uses, types, and preparation for ultrasounds.
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MRI scan
An MRI scan uses magnets, radio waves, and a computer to image your body's soft tissues. Read about benefits, process, and potential complications.
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Endoscopic ultrasound
An endoscopic ultrasound is usually a safe and effective way of finding out more about a problem in the lining of your upper digestive system and in structures beneath the lining.
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PET scan
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test used to diagnose certain diseases. Find out what the scan involves and how it works.
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X-rays
An x-ray uses radiation to create a picture of the inside of your body. The x-ray beam is absorbed differently by body structures to create the image.
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CT scan
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a 3D image of your body. It’s generated by a machine that moves around you. Learn more about CT scans here.
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