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Computed tomography is used in several ways:
To detect or confirm the presence of a tumorTo provide information about the size and location of the tumor and whether it has spreadTo guide a biopsy (the removal of cells or tissues for examination under a microscope)To help plan radiation therapy or surgeryTo determine whether the cancer is responding to treatment
This answer is based on source information from the National Cancer Institute.
To detect or confirm the presence of a tumorTo provide information about the size and location of the tumor and whether it has spreadTo guide a biopsy (the removal of cells or tissues for examination under a microscope)To help plan radiation therapy or surgeryTo determine whether the cancer is responding to treatment
This answer is based on source information from the National Cancer Institute.
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