Having a PET/CT scan
PET/CT is a diagnostic imaging technique used mainly in oncology, neurology, cardiology, infection and inflammation, and in planning surgery and treatment.
It gives clinicians two sets of related information about the body – functional and structural – from one examination. The CT scanner takes a series of two-dimensional cross-section images (‘slices’) around an axis. Computer processing is then used to construct a three-dimensional image. PET works by detecting gamma rays given off by a radioactive tracer injected into the body.
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Locate your nearest scan centre providing the imaging service you require.
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Wonderful, clean, spacious building. Helpful, friendly, professional staff. I was looked after very well.
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All of the staff, from reception to all the nurses and MRI scanning team, were absolutely lovely. Very friendly and caring, and kept me well informed throughout.
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