In addition, FOXE1 is known to have a role in formation of the thyroid gland, which might mean there is a connection between thyroid function and cleft lip and palate. Understanding what the mutation does to the gene and which biological pathways are affected could potentially lead to new therapeutic approaches.
1 Assuming that you are already inside the CT scanner ready to get scanned. CT scan without contrast (head, sinus, orbits, abdomen, pelvis, cervical, thoracic, lumbar and dental scans) take approximately 15 minutes. CT studies with contrast of the chest, pelvis, head or neck take approximately 30 minutes. Whereas, aortic contrast studies may take up to 45 minutes.
A CT scan may be preferred in the following cases, since it is faster and usually available right in the emergency room: 1  Acute trauma of the head and face. 2  Bleeding in the brain (within the first 24 - 48 hours) 3  Early symptoms of stroke.  Skull bone disorders and disorders involving the bones of the ear.