Diagnostic Imaging
Fayette County Hospital offers the latest technology in Radiology
The Diagnostic Imaging team at SBLFCH brings years of experience and compassion to patient care that includes mammograms, X-rays, CTs and DEXA scans.
X-Ray
X-Rays are available 24 hours a day.
Portable X-rays
C-Arm
Radiography/Fluoroscopy
In addition to basic X-ray imaging, RF imaging can also be used to provide fluoroscopy examinations such as:
- Upper GI studies
- Barium speech swallows
- Small bowel examinations
- Barium enema examinations
- Arthrograms
- Joint injections
Available Mondays and Fridays from 8 to 11 am. Call 618-283-5466 for more information.
CT - Computerized Tomography
Our 64 slice CT by GE is available 24 hours per day servicing the Emergency Department, inpatient and outpatient.
Call 618-283-5466 to schedule an appointment.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging includes the variable protocols, MR Angiography, and 3D Reconstruction.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is available each:
• Tuesdays - 3 to 7:30 pm
• Wednesdays - 7 to 11 am
• Fridays - 3:30 to 8:30 pm
Call 618-283-5466 to schedule an appointment.
Ultrasound
- We use Ultrasound guidance for Biopsys including breast biopsy's, thyroid, and lymph nodes.
- (FNA) Fine Needle Biopsys and Core biopsy's can also be performed.
Echo
- Adult and Pediatric imaging available.
Dexa
SBLFCH also updated its DEXA scanning technology with the Horizon DXA, by Hologic. A DEXA scan is used to measure bone density by passing a high and low energy X-ray beam through the body, usually in the hip and the spine. Osteoporosis causes more than 8.9 million fractures annually and early detection is key to keeping people safe. The scan takes 10 to 20 minutes to complete and is painless.
Digital Mammography
The latest in 3D mammography technology and DEXA scan is now offered at Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital.
For breast cancer detection, a 3Dimensions system by Hologic, was introduced in July. The system is designed to provide the highest quality 3D images for radiologists to interpret and a more comfortable mammography experience for patients.
We provide screening and diagnostic mammography services fully accredited by the State (MQSA), FDA, and ACR. To schedule a Digital Mammogram call 618-283-5466.
Nuclear Medicine
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Friday mornings starting 8 am.
PET/CT
PET/CT Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Computed Tomography (CT) is offered on Wednesdays from 3 to 6:30 pm.
Call 618-283-5466 to schedule an appointment.