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PET CT SCAN IN BARODA
WHY SHOULD YOU TAKE A PET CT SCAN?
To detect cancer and assess the progression of cancer treatment
To detect Dementia and Myocardial Viability
PET CT SCAN PROCEDURE
PET CT SCAN PROCEDURE
Arrival Time: Please arrive 15-30 minutes before your scheduled PET scan appointment.
Document Verification: Upon arrival at the center, our reception staff will verify your documents and provide guidance.
Vital Signs Assessment: Our Technical Team will then assess your vital signs to rule out common issues such as fever and high blood pressure. Additionally, a Blood Glucose Test will be performed on-site to ensure the suitability of your scan.
Tracer Administration: The PET Tracer (FDG) will be administered, followed by a waiting period of 45 minutes to 2 hours for the tracer to distribute throughout your body.
PET CT Scanning: You will be required to lie still in the machine for 15-20 minutes and follow breath-holding as instructed.
Intravenous Contrast and CECT Scan: Unless contraindicated or in case of elevated creatinine levels, intravenous CT contrast will be administered. Subsequently, the Contrast CT Scan will be performed, lasting approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
Additional Sequencing (If Necessary): If recommended by the nuclear physician, you may need to remain in the machine for a few extra minutes after the standard scan for delayed phase acquisitions.
Report Wait Time: As PET-CT Scan entails a comprehensive examination, our team of medical professionals will review and generate your report within 24-48 working hours. You will receive an SMS notification once the PET Scan report is finalized.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, PET CT scan procedure is completely safe. However, consult with your doctor and radiologist of any specific instructions depending upon your medical history.
A CT scan shows organs and structures of the body while the PET CT is used for more sensitive and detailed imaging of the activity in the body.
Yes, cancer cells can show up as bright spots on a PET CT scan. PET CT is used in staging certain type of cancers.
The scan procedure typically takes 60 minutes to complete.
Your results will arrive in 24-48 hours.
Generally there are no side effects. But some patients may experience mild allergic reactions such as bruising, swelling hives etc. Our Staff will be there with you throughout the process to ensure that you are safe.
PET CT scan can be used for a number of cardiac conditions including coronary artery disease and heart attacks