V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation), in Bengaluru

Fasting and dietary instructions:

Most imaging scans need no fasting. Some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours of fasting or a full bladder, so follow the specific instruction shown when you book, or ask the centre.

Medication guidance:

Continue your regular medication unless told otherwise. Tell the centre if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or allergies, especially if a contrast study is planned.

What to bring:

Bring your doctor's referral, a valid photo ID, your insurance card if using cashless OPD, and any previous scans or reports so the radiologist can compare.

Timing:

Book a slot that suits you at an accredited GetVisit centre in Hebbal or MG Road, Bengaluru. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Single standalone test:

V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation). Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

When does a doctor order V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation)?

V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) is an imaging study used in the workup for suspected pulmonary embolism and other causes of unexplained breathlessness. Doctors order it when symptoms include sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, or low oxygen levels, or when CT scanning is not suitable.

Who should get V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) done in Bengaluru?

Bengaluru's 12 million metropolitan population, year-round dengue risk, rising NAFLD and diabetes burden among its massive IT workforce, and rapidly growing outer areas with variable water quality make regular preventive diagnostic testing an important part of health management for residents across every neighbourhood. Those who benefit most from V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) include patients needing structural assessment that bloodwork cannot provide, and anyone under surveillance for a previously detected abnormality in Bengaluru.

What can V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) help detect?

Abnormal results can come from blood clots, lung disease, or reduced blood flow. A family history of blood clotting disorders makes this test more important.

What do V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) results mean?

Findings are graded from normal to significant, and comparison with any previous scan shows whether a known finding is stable, improving, or progressing. Your doctor explains the report in the context of your symptoms. See the FAQs below for more detail on this scan.

How often should V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after V/Q Scan (Both Lung Perfusion and Lung Ventilation) results are ready?

Results are delivered to your phone and stored securely on GetVisit. Any value the laboratory flags as critical is escalated for urgent review, and for everything else your doctor or a verified specialist can guide the next step at your convenience.