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What Is a PET/CT Scan?
A PET/CT scan is a highly – accurate scan that shows your organ and tissue function and bones. PET/CT combines positron emission tomography (PET) with computed tomography (CT) to create detailed images about your body’s structure and the cell function. PET/CT is used to detect cancer and brain disorders.
You can trust Northwest Radiology’s board-certified radiologists and experienced technologists to provide the highest-quality PET/CT procedure.
PET/CT combines PET and CT scans to provide detailed images of both structure and function within the body. This dual-modality imaging technique is particularly useful in oncology and neurology, allowing for comprehensive evaluation and staging of various diseases.
What to expect
Following the injection of a radioactive tracer, you’ll wait for it to distribute before undergoing imaging.
After your exam
It’s normal for the tracer to exit your body through urine, so drink plenty of fluids to aid in its elimination.
“I have been going to Northwest Radiology for years. Their prices cannot be beaten. I have always been treated warmly and with lots of care regardless of what kind of scanning I’m getting done. I was in and out in 17 minutes.”
K.F. | NWR Patient
“I have been going to Northwest Radiology for years. Their prices cannot be beaten. I have always been treated warmly and with lots of care regardless of what kind of scanning I’m getting done. I was in and out in 17 minutes.”
K.F. | NWR Patient
What to Expect From Your PET/CT Scan?
This video will show you what goes on during a PET/CT scan and how you can get the clearest images from your exam.