Low-dose Chest CT

National Lung Cancer Screening Program

In collaboration with the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP), we have partnered with Chest Scan to provide low-dose chest CT to catch lung cancer in its early stages.

Lung cancer screening allows for us to assess the health of your lungs and monitor any changes over time.

About the National Lung Cancer Screening Program

The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) is a new screening program developed by the Australian Government’s Department of Health and Aged Care. If you are eligible and agree to participate in the NLCSP your low-dose chest scan will be bulk-billed.

As part of this program, we will enter you into the National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR). If no cancer is detected in your scan, the NCSR will let you know and you will be contacted in 2 years to screen again.

The National Lung Cancer Screening Program launches on 1 July 2025. If you need a low-dose chest CT before then or are not eligible for the NLCSP, we can still help – just bring a relevant referral from your doctor.

Do I need to be symptomatic?

No, you do not need to display any signs or symptoms of lung cancer. These include shortness of breath, tightness of chest, coughing and other side effects of lung conditions.

What is Low Dose CT Imaging?

A low-dose chest CT (LDCT) is a specialised imaging test with minimal radiation exposure to create detailed images of the lungs. It is specifically designed to detect all types of lung cancer at an early stage when treatment is most effective.

Are you eligible?

About Chest Scan

Chest Scan focuses on offering screening tests and reporting services for chest and lung issues. They are especially skilled at diagnosing lung cancer.

Chest Scan works with leading radiology providers across Australia. This makes lung cancer screening and diagnosis easy and affordable for patients.

Our chest radiologists are experts in their field. They provide accurate reports to your doctors. This helps your health professionals find the best cancer treatments for you.

About Lung Cancer Screening

Low-dose Computed Tomography (LDCT) scans are a non-invasive imaging technique that provides detailed cross-sectional images of the body.

LDCT scans aid in screening for and diagnosing lung cancers by capturing multiple X-ray images from different angles, offering valuable insights into bones, organs, and tissues.

An LDCT examination normally takes between 10 and 30 minutes.

The LDCT scanner looks like a large doughnut and has a flat table that passes through the middle. You will be asked to lie on the table and will be moved through the opening in the gantry.

If you have chosen to take part in the National Lung Cancer Screening Register your details will be entered into the National Screening Register. The National Screening Register will send you reminders for subsequent screening and does not hold any images from your scan.

Preparation

You should arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time to complete any necessary paperwork.

Try to wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers, belts or buttons. You may be asked to remove jewellery, eye glasses and any other metal objects that may interfere with the images.

Medications may be taken as prescribed.

Are there any risks

At The X-ray Group we use the newest digital equipment and most up-to-date software advancements for all of our CT scanners.

Lung screening uses a low-dose chest CT meaning you can be sure that you are receiving the lowest amount of radiation possible.

How much does it cost?

Lung cancer screening can be bulk billed under the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) for eligible patients.

We can still complete the lung cancer screening if you do not qualify for the NLCSP, but have a referral from your medical practitioner. There may be a cost for these scans.

Your results

The referring doctor and any other doctor you would like to include in your treatment will receive a formal report (your results) in a timely fashion.

Please make an appoinment with your Doctor to follow up your results.

If you are a part of the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP), you will also be entered into the National Cancer Screening Register to receive reminders about screening. They will not hold any of your images.