PET/CT Scanner

A PET/CT scanner combines two imaging techniques—Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT)—to provide detailed pictures of the body's inner structures and functions. The PET part detects metabolic activity using a radioactive tracer, revealing areas of disease like cancer. The CT part creates detailed anatomical images. Together, they allow doctors to precisely locate and assess conditions, aiding in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring. The process involves lying still while the machine captures images, typically over a short period, providing comprehensive information in a single session.