PET CT Scan Whole Body PSMA

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Brand: Tata 1mg
SKU: PET CT Scan Whole Body PSMA
Price: 33000 INR
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Also known as Nuclear PET Scan PSMA

This test is for

Male, Female

Test Preparation

Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like kidney disease or liver disease. Also inform about the medications you’re taking and allergies, especially to iodine-based contrast materials.
Depending on the area to be imaged, you may be asked to wear a hospital gown at the time of the scan.
Pregnant women should inform their doctor (and x-ray technician) as the radiations may affect the fetus. If needed, precautions can be taken to lower the radiation exposure to the fetus.

Understanding PET CT Scan Whole Body PSMA

What is PET CT Scan Whole Body PSMA?

A positron emission tomography (PET) scan traces the radioactive compound as it passes through the body. PET, along with computed tomography (CT), is used to capture images of the whole body. A PSMA-PET scan identifies the areas of the body where the PSMA (prostate-specific membrane antigen) is, which points to the presence of prostate cancer cells. It, therefore, identifies the spread of cancer. The radioactive tracer is taken intravenously.

The total time for a PSMA PET scan is about two hours. Fast for 2 hours before the procedure. The radioactive tracer is given in minimal amounts, and no side effects have been reported. The FDA recently approved it after years of clinical research.