Positron Emission Tomography or “P.E.T”. is a diagnostic examination which produces images of the body’s biological functions in order to evaluate a variety of diseases. Most often used to detect cancer and to examine the effects of cancer therapy, the scans can provide an image of the entire body or part of the body. Our mobile PET/CT unit offers patients the convenience of having their scans performed at the same location as they have cancer treatment.
P.E.T. differs from C.T. or M.R.I. images because it shows areas of metabolic activity. Computed Tomography, or “CT” imaging is an x-ray or series of x-rays enhanced by a computer to produce a cross sectional image of the body. PETs physiologic images combined with C.T. or M.R.I. anatomic images are used as an important tool to help our physicians diagnose, stage and monitor disease , as well as to determine the responsive of your disease to treatment.
Our mobile PET/CT units provide our patients with convenient access to the most advanced imaging techniques in cancer care. Many of our offices offer this special service. Should you need a PET/CT or CT scan, please ask your physician for scheduled availability at your practice.
