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pet-ct-scan

PET CT Scan

Telangana

Andhra Pradesh

Package Details

PET scan is a combination of Computed Tomography and Positron Emission Tomography. It is an effective tool to detect tumors that may turn into cancer.

At Medicover Hospitals, we aim at providing safe and intricate PET scans while ensuring that the patient feels comfortable and understands every step of the diagnosis. With an approach of all-round treatment.

Highlights

  • India's 1st GEN 2 Discovery IQ 4D PET-CT
  • Helps in achieving superior diagnosis and treatment
  • Accurate diagnosis leads to proper treatment
  • Great patient care and comfort
  • Reduced treatment time

Consultations

  • Oncology Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a PET-CT scan used for?

A PET-CT scan is a used to help doctors to find cancer and learn its stage. PET CT scans are more sensitive than other imaging tests in identifying abnormal activity. It may also cause changes in your body to appear sooner.

2. Why would a doctor recommend a PET CT scan?

A PET CT scan can help if the doctor suspects you have cancer or want to confirm a cancer diagnosis. Cancerous cells use more energy and grow more quickly than normal cells. The tracer in a PET CT scan highlights cancer cells because of this. So, doctor recommends a PET CT scan for cancer detection.

3. How long does a PET CT scan take?

The PET CT Scan entire process takes about 2 hours. The PET CT scan might take up to 1 hour for the body to absorb the injection radiotracer.

4. what is a pet-ct scan?

Positron emission tomography (PET) scans to detect early signs of cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. An injectable radioactive tracer detects diseased cells. A PET-CT scan combined gives 3D pictures for a more precise diagnosis.

5. Why is pet-ct scan important?

A CT scan provides comprehensive images of your inside organs and tissues. PET scans are more sensitive than other imaging tests at detecting abnormal activity. It may also cause changes in your body to appear sooner. Doctors use PET-CT scans to provide more information about cancer.

6. Can a PET-CT scan detect breast cancer?

A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is a type of imaging examination that utilizes a radioactive material (called a tracer) to check for signs of breast cancer spreading. This tracer can assist detect cancerous spots that an MRI or CT scan may miss.

7. Can PET- CT detect lung cancer?

It scans for abnormalities in the lungs, such as lung cancer, using a radioactive material called a tracer. Unlike MRI and CT scans, which reveal the anatomy of the lungs, a PET scan reveals how well the lungs and their tissues are operating.