About having a PET/CT
PET-CT scans combine PET (positron emission tomography) and CT (computised tomography) technology in one full body scanner. This advanced nuclear imaging technique shows how the cells in the body are functioning at the same time as generating 2D and 3D images of inside the body.
Associated scan PET CT
FDG Pet scan
Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) is a radiotracer used to detect active malignant lesions in a wide range of cancers. It can also be used to monitor the response to cancer therapy treatments.
SPECT-CT scan
It's full name is a single-photon emission computed tomography scan. The scan uses a gamma ray technique to produce 3D images to help analyse the function of internal organs.
Our locations offering PET/CT Scanning
We provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics for diagnostic imaging and scanning.
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