WITHOUT CONTRAST

What does "WITHOUT CONTRAST" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Without contrast" in a medical document refers to a type of imaging test that is done without the use of a special dye. This dye, called a contrast agent, is sometimes used to make certain parts of the body show up more clearly on the scan. So, "without contrast" means that the scan was done without this dye.

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