Will a ct scan tell if the olfactory nerve is damaged?

A CT scan can provide images of the brain and surrounding structures, but it is not the most effective method for directly assessing the olfactory nerve. While it may show any structural abnormalities or lesions that could affect the olfactory nerve, it typically won't reveal functional damage. For a more accurate evaluation of olfactory nerve function, specialized tests such as olfactory testing or MRI may be more informative.