Pet CT Scan in Malad West
Radioactive elements, known as radiotracers, are used in small amounts in positron emission tomography (PET). Doctors use these results to treat diseases such as heart disease and cancer and use the radioactive elements to identify diseased cells and the current functions of the organ. Medifyhome suggests the best laboratories for PET-CT scans near you and provides 24/7 customer support. If you are looking for a pet CT scan, you can book it through Medifyhome or call us at +919100445280 or +919100907622.
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What Is A PET Scan?
- Pet scan stands for positron emission tomography (PET); it is a common radiology procedure to generate pictures of your body organs and tissues in real-time.
- The PET Scan uses a safe injectable radioactive chemical (radiotracer) and a machine called a PET scanner to examine both normal and abnormal metabolic activities in the body.
- A PET scan can often expose a disease at its early stage, before the disease is detected on other imaging tests, such as computerized tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
- Usually, the PET scans are combined with CT and MRI scans and are called PET-CT or PET-MRI These combinations are helpful to create more detailed images for accurate diagnosis.
A whole-body pet scan may be recommended when a comprehensive evaluation of the body is deemed necessary. You can simply book a scan by typing “Whole body PET CT Scan near me” and then fill out the form on Medifyhome.
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What is a PET CT scan and How Does it Work?
A PET CT scan is an imaging technique that combines two types of scans: PET and CT. PET scans detect metabolic activity in the body, while CT scans detect detailed anatomical images. By combining these scans, doctors can obtain both functional and structural information about the body. Many types of solid tumors can be detected by PET-CT and PET-MRI scans, including:
- Brain
- Breast
- Cervical
- Colorectal
- Esophageal
- Head and neck
- Lung
- Lymphatic system
- Pancreatic
- Prostate
- Skin
- Thyroid
What should I expect during the PET CT scan procedure?
A Pet CT scan involves lying on a table and receiving a radioactive tracer to highlight metabolic activity, painless. Before a scan, avoid eating or drinking, mainly with contrast dye, and remove metal objects to avoid interference. Get a radioactive tracer injection on the arm, absorbed by specific tissues to highlight abnormal metabolic activity. Wait 30-60 minutes for the tracer to distribute. To ensure clear images, remain still. The scan is painless, but prolonged lying may be uncomfortable.
Can a PET CT scan detect cancer at an early stage?
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Yes, a PET CT scan can detect cancer at an early stage. It can detect cancer cells when they’re small, even before they cause symptoms or show up on other tests like X-rays or MRI’s. This early detection is crucial because it allows doctors to start treatment sooner.
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PET scans detect cancer cells with higher metabolic rates, helping in detection, revealing cancer spread, checking treatment success rate, and identifying cancer recurrence
Why choose Medifyhome?
Medifyhome provides the best facilities for PET-CT scans and uses the best equipment. They offer services such as MRI scan, CT scan and ECG and diagnostics, ambulance services, home based care and online consultations and provide 24/7 customer support. To book an appointment for PET-CT scan, you can book it through the Medifyhome website or call us at +919100907036, +919100907622.
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Manasa Institute of Diagnostics
1 DLH Park, Swami Vivekananda Rd, Sunder Nagar, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064.
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Manish diagnostics - MRI Scan, CT Scan, pet scan, Healthcare Centre in Malad West
TOWER-2, Evershine Nagar Rd, Khandelwal Layout, Evershine Nagar, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064.
Contact: +919100445280, +919100907622.
Nandith Diagnostic Centre
202, Lotus Link Square, New Link Rd, Malad, Mithchowki, SIGNAL, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064.
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FAQs
To book an appointment for PET-CT scan, you can book it through the Medifyhome website or call us at +919100907036, +919100907622.
The average cost of PET-CT scan in Malad West is Rs 15,000 to 20,000.
It takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on the area being scanned.
A PET scan uses a radioactive substance to show the functional changes within the brain.
You might require this test if you’ve already been diagnosed with cancer.