A PET scan can show changes in how an organ or tissue works. This can help your healthcare provider diagnose problems and create a treatment plan for you. Here's what to expect from this procedure.
This video will give viewers a general understanding that a CT scan produces a detailed series of pictures of a part of the body, and what to expect before, during, and after the test.
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is a nuclear medicine imaging test. It examines body tissues to identify conditions by assessing blood flow, metabolism, and oxygen use. PET scans can also evaluate treatment effectiveness for certain diseases.
A computed tomography (CT) scan is an imaging test that takes detailed pictures of your soft tissues. Learn what to expect before, during, and after the test.