WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIC BENEFITS OF PET/CT?
The information obtained from these types of exams is different and often can't be obtained with other imaging tests.
Potential for earlier detection of a problem or disease
Painless procedure and may minimize the need for further, more invasive testing
Effective tracking of the response to treatment of a problem
Greater accuracy in staging cancer and more precise treatment planning
Short imaging time (usually less than 30 minutes)