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Options.
Pricing for PET scans depends heavily on the type of radio-tracer required for your specific diagnosis.
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Consult SpecialistWhole Body FDG PET-CT
The standard for oncology staging and monitoring.
Estimated Cost
₹10,000 - ₹18,000
PSMA PET Scan
Highly specific for prostate cancer diagnosis.
Estimated Cost
₹20,000 - ₹28,000
DOTA PET Scan
Specialized for neuroendocrine tumor imaging.
Estimated Cost
₹25,000 - ₹35,000
Cardiac Viability PET
Gold standard for assessing heart muscle health.
Estimated Cost
₹15,000 - ₹22,000
Brain FDG PET
Used for epilepsy and dementia evaluation.
Estimated Cost
₹12,000 - ₹18,000
Patient Journey.
PET scans are complex and require a specific sequence of steps.
1. Tracer Injection
A small amount of radioactive tracer is injected. It feels like a normal blood test.
2. Uptake Period
You rest quietly for 60 minutes in a private room while the tracer distributes through your body.
3. Scanning
The actual scan takes 20-30 minutes. The machine is quiet and open at both ends.
Why choose
PET-CT?
While CT and MRI show anatomy, PET-CT shows cellular metabolic activity, allowing doctors to:
Oncology
Detect cancer early, stage it accurately, and monitor treatment response.
Cardiology
Determine myocardial viability and plan for bypass surgery.
Neurology
Evaluate dementia, Alzheimer's, and pinpoint seizure origins.
Molecular Precision
High-definition PET technology combined with ultra-fast 128-slice CT for zero-miss diagnosis.
Expert PET Scan Guide for Bhopal.
A Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan combined with a Computed Tomography (CT) scan—commonly known as PET-CT—is a cutting-edge imaging technique that provides both anatomical and functional information about the body. In Bhopal, our affiliated centers use this technology to provide definitive answers for complex medical cases.
Safety & Preparation
Preparing for a PET-CT scan is crucial. Patients are usually required to:
- Fast for 6 hours (Water allowed)
- Low-carb diet on the previous day
- Inform about Diabetes/Medication
- Avoid strenuous exercise 24h before
Why is it called 'Molecular Imaging'? Because PET scans track the movement of radioactive molecules. The most common is FDG (Fluorodeoxyglucose), which is basically radioactive sugar. Since cancer cells are highly metabolic, they consume sugar faster than normal cells, making them 'light up' on the scan.
The Importance of PET-CT in Cancer Treatment
For oncology patients in Bhopal, a PET scan is often the most important test they will take. It determines the 'stage' of the cancer—whether it's localized or has spread. This information is vital for the oncologist to decide between surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. Furthermore, a follow-up PET scan after treatment can show if the therapy was successful by checking if the metabolic activity has decreased.
Tracer Half-Life
The radioactive tracers used in PET scans have a very short 'half-life'. This means they lose their radioactivity very quickly. Therefore, these tracers are often manufactured in a cyclotron and rushed to the diagnostic center. This is why PET scan appointments must be strictly on time.
Common Questions.
Why is blood sugar important for a PET scan?
How long does the radioactive tracer stay in my body?
Is a PET scan better than an MRI?
Can I get my PET scan report on the same day?
Precision
Matters.
Get your PET-CT scan at Bhopal's most advanced molecular imaging centers. Expert reporting and compassionate care.
Molecular
Level Diagnosis
128
Slice CT Power
Zero
Miss Accuracy
Dual
Expert Reporting