PET/CT
Positron emission tomography (PET) uses small amounts of radioactive materials called radiotracers or radiopharmaceuticals, a special camera and a computer to evaluate organ and tissue functions. By identifying changes at the cellular/molecular level, PET may detect the early onset of disease(cancer) before USG,X-Ray,CT,MRI imaging tests.
It is contraindicated in pregnant or you are breastfeeding women. Nuclear Medicine physician will tell you how to prepare based on the type of your exam. Patients have to discuss any recent illnesses, medical conditions, medications you are taking and allergies – specially to contrast material. Doctor will likely tell you not to eat anything and to drink only water for several hours before your scan. Leave jewelry at home and wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may wear a gown during the exam. Indication of PET-CT Examination: Various Cancer diagnosis, Staging, Restaging and evaluation of response to therapies. It is also used to detect the myocardial viability (Heart Attack) and Sarcoidosis, Alzheimer’s disease & Epilepsy.