CT Lung Cancer Screening
CT Lung Cancer Screening
Starting 1 July 2025, CT Lung Screening will be available as part of a new Australian Government initiative aimed at detecting lung cancer early; when it’s most treatable and survival rates are significantly higher.
At South West Radiology, we are proud to be an accredited partner in the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, offering low-dose CT (LDCT) lung screening for eligible patients under this life-saving initiative.
Why Get Screened?
Low-dose CT lung screening is a safe, effective way to detect signs of lung cancer before symptoms appear. Early detection allows for more treatment options and better outcomes.
- Detects lung cancer early, often before any symptoms develop
- Quick, painless, and non-invasive
- Uses low-dose radiation for added safety
- Proven to reduce lung cancer deaths in high-risk individuals
- Bulk billed for eligible patients who meet Medicare criteria
Am I Eligible?
- Are 50–70 years old
- Are a current or former smoker
- Have a significant smoking history (measured in pack-years)
What’s Involved?
The screening involves a low-dose CT scan of the chest, taking only a few minutes to complete.
- No needles
- No contrast dyes
- No special preparation needed
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South West Radiology — trusted imaging, now part of Australia’s fight against lung cancer.
