Low Dose CT Chest

Detailed, low-dose imaging of your lungs and chest, reviewed by a specialist in minutes.

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Cancer Detection

Lung Cancer Burden

8,994

lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Australia each year

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Stage Matters

68%

five-year survival when lung cancer is caught early, versus under 5% once advanced

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Earlier Detection

1 in 5

only about one in five lung cancers are currently found at an early stage

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Lung Cancer Burden

8,994

lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Australia each year

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Earlier Detection

1 in 5

only about one in five lung cancers are currently found at an early stage

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Stage Matters

68%

five-year survival when lung cancer is caught early, versus under 5% once advanced

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Lung Cancer Burden

8,994

lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Australia each year

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Stage Matters

68%

five-year survival when lung cancer is caught early, versus under 5% once advanced

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

Earlier Detection

1 in 5

only about one in five lung cancers are currently found at an early stage

https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/cancer-types/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-australia-statistics

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DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEW

DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEW

What Low Dose CT Chest Is

The chest holds organs that a physical exam cannot see inside. A CT chest scan uses imaging to look at the lungs and chest structures in detail, capturing cross-sectional images that build a three-dimensional view. It is used as one part of a broader screening picture rather than a standalone answer.

Why it's worth it

Sees an area exams simply can't.

Low-dose, quick, usually no prep.

Specialist-reviewed, clearly explained.

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DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

The scan images the lung and chest structures, providing a detailed view of the organs and tissues within the chest.

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Lungs and Chest

Detailed three-dimensional images of the lungs and surrounding structures, an area no physical exam can reach. It offers real depth where trouble often appears late, as one focused part of a broader preventive picture.

Nodules and Changes

Small nodules and early changes that are easy to miss until later.

Low-Dose Detail

The scan captures fine detail using a low dose of radiation and, in most cases, no contrast or fasting. It is a quick, straightforward way to look clearly inside the chest, reviewed by a specialist.

Specialist Reviewed

Read by a specialist and explained calmly by your clinician.

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DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

The scan images the lung and chest structures, providing a detailed view of the organs and tissues within the chest.

Get started with Precursor

Lungs and Chest

Detailed three-dimensional images of the lungs and surrounding structures, an area no physical exam can reach. It offers real depth where trouble often appears late, as one focused part of a broader preventive picture.

Nodules and Changes

Small nodules and early changes that are easy to miss until later.

Low-Dose Detail

The scan captures fine detail using a low dose of radiation and, in most cases, no contrast or fasting. It is a quick, straightforward way to look clearly inside the chest, reviewed by a specialist.

Specialist Reviewed

Read by a specialist and explained calmly by your clinician.

light flare bokeh blue background

DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

The scan images the lung and chest structures, providing a detailed view of the organs and tissues within the chest.

Get started with Precursor

Lungs and Chest

Detailed three-dimensional images of the lungs and surrounding structures, an area no physical exam can reach. It offers real depth where trouble often appears late, as one focused part of a broader preventive picture.

Nodules and Changes

Small nodules and early changes that are easy to miss until later.

Low-Dose Detail

The scan captures fine detail using a low dose of radiation and, in most cases, no contrast or fasting. It is a quick, straightforward way to look clearly inside the chest, reviewed by a specialist.

Specialist Reviewed

Read by a specialist and explained calmly by your clinician.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

A clear look inside your chest needs imaging, not a stethoscope. Here is how a low-dose CT Chest Scan gives you a detailed, specialist-reviewed view of your lungs, from booking to reviewing your results.

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Your Results Are In!

Tap to review your results and see what's next.

01

Book your scan

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre near you and book online. In most cases no fasting or contrast is needed, and the team confirms any preparation when you book.

02

Have your scan

You lie still and hold your breath briefly while the scanner captures detailed images of your chest. The low-dose CT scan is painless and takes only a few minutes on the scanner.

03

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews your images across the lungs and chest structures, looking for nodules, early changes and anything else worth noting in an area no physical exam can reach.

04

Results in the app

Your findings land in the Precursor app in plain language rather than imaging jargon, so you understand clearly what the scan showed.

05

Review and plan

A clinician walks you through the report and any next steps, handling incidental findings calmly, with the focus on clarity and a sensible plan rather than worry.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

A clear look inside your chest needs imaging, not a stethoscope. Here is how a low-dose CT Chest Scan gives you a detailed, specialist-reviewed view of your lungs, from booking to reviewing your results.

Book Now

Your Results Are In!

Tap to see what's next.

01

Book your scan

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre near you and book online. In most cases no fasting or contrast is needed, and the team confirms any preparation when you book.

02

Have your scan

You lie still and hold your breath briefly while the scanner captures detailed images of your chest. The low-dose CT scan is painless and takes only a few minutes on the scanner.

03

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews your images across the lungs and chest structures, looking for nodules, early changes and anything else worth noting in an area no physical exam can reach.

04

Results in the app

Your findings land in the Precursor app in plain language rather than imaging jargon, so you understand clearly what the scan showed.

05

Review and plan

A clinician walks you through the report and any next steps, handling incidental findings calmly, with the focus on clarity and a sensible plan rather than worry.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

A clear look inside your chest needs imaging, not a stethoscope. Here is how a low-dose CT Chest Scan gives you a detailed, specialist-reviewed view of your lungs, from booking to reviewing your results.

Book Now

Your Results Are In!

Tap to review your results and see

what's next.

01

Book your scan

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre near you and book online. In most cases no fasting or contrast is needed, and the team confirms any preparation when you book.

02

Have your scan

You lie still and hold your breath briefly while the scanner captures detailed images of your chest. The low-dose CT scan is painless and takes only a few minutes on the scanner.

03

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews your images across the lungs and chest structures, looking for nodules, early changes and anything else worth noting in an area no physical exam can reach.

04

Results in the app

Your findings land in the Precursor app in plain language rather than imaging jargon, so you understand clearly what the scan showed.

05

Review and plan

A clinician walks you through the report and any next steps, handling incidental findings calmly, with the focus on clarity and a sensible plan rather than worry.

"The chest is one place where imaging genuinely changes outcomes, because trouble there often shows late. A clear, low-dose scan gives us the chance to spot things while they are still small."

"The chest is one place where imaging genuinely changes outcomes, because trouble there often shows late. A clear, low-dose scan gives us the chance to spot things while they are still small."

Goutham Sivasuthan. CEO and Co Founder of Precursor

Dr Goutham Sivasuthan (FRACS, MBBS, MSurg, BSc)

Dr Goutham Sivasuthan (FRACS, MBBS, MSurg, BSc)

Dr Goutham Sivasuthan (FRACS, MBBS, MSurg, BSc)

Precursor Co-Founder & CEO

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FAQs

Your Questions, Answered

How do I book a test?

Choose your test and a time that suits you online, then visit one of our partner locations. If any preparation is needed, such as fasting, we tell you clearly when you book.

When and how do I get my results?

Your results appear in the Precursor app once your sample or scan has been processed, laid out in plain language rather than a wall of numbers. Turnaround depends on the test, and we give you a timeframe when you book.

Will someone explain my results to me?

Yes. A clinician reviews your results, flags anything worth your attention and helps you understand what they mean and what, if anything, to do next. You are never left to interpret them alone.

Where can I get tested?

We operate nationally through a network of partner locations across most major cities and regional centres. When you book, you simply choose the location that is most convenient for you.

Do I need to prepare or fast beforehand?

It depends on the test. Some require fasting or other simple preparation, and others need nothing at all. Whatever applies, we tell you clearly at the time you book so there are no surprises on the day.

Can I track my results over time?

Yes. The Precursor app is built to show change between tests, so each result becomes a trend you can follow rather than a one-off snapshot. Retesting lets you see the effect of any changes you make.

How is my data handled and kept private?

Your health data is handled with care and kept private. Results are stored securely in the Precursor app and shared only with you and the clinicians involved in your care.

What happens if something needs further attention?

If your results surface something worth acting on, your clinician explains it calmly and talks you through sensible next steps. The aim is early clarity and considered action, never unnecessary alarm.

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get ahead of their health.

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Curated diagnostics and a clinician-guided plan, built around getting ahead of what matters.

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A new way Australians get ahead of their health.

Start looking. Today.

Curated diagnostics and a clinician-guided plan, built around getting ahead of what matters.

Get started with Precursor today