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Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging
Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography (PET/CT)This new technology, PET/CT, reveals life-saving information after a single, quick exam by combining information about body function and structure - PET and CT- into one complete image.For oncology patients, PET/CT provides critical information to help your physician accurately diagnose cancer, determine an effective treatment plan and monitor its success. For neurology patients, PET/CT provides an accurate positive diagnosis of Alzheimer’s early in the disease course. PET/CT can distinguish dementias from Alzheimer’s due to the different patterns of metabolism. On the day of your exam, you will receive an injection into a vein of a radioactive liquid. You will rest in the PET/CT suite for 45 minutes while the medication distributes throughout your body. You will be positioned on the scan table and it will move into a large opening. The PET/CT exam will take approximately 30 minutes. The exam is side-effect free. As with an X-ray, please inform the technologist if there is any possibility that you may be pregnant. The radiologist will interpret the images and a report will be sent to your doctor. Call LVDI at 610-435-1600 to schedule this exam. This page last updated 2/12/08 04:08 PM
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