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Does alcohol affect a PET Scan?
He'll yes.
Can you smoke before a PET scan?
No you cannot smoke before a PET scan because it will alter the results and it will be detecting in you system which may cause problems with the scanning process.
How long does it take for the ct scan dye to leave your body?
48 hours
Does a PET scan have a negative effect on a kidney?
A PET scan can have a negative effect on a kidney. If dye is used, this can cause a problem for some people. It is also good for detecting illness, though.
Why is a biopsy given after a pet scan?
A PET scan can reveal the presence of a mass, but it is also good to have a sample of cells from the suspected area to look for changes in the nucleus to ascertain whether pre-cancerous changes are taking place. Hence, the biopsy under CT guidance.
What type of procedure is a PET scan?
cat scan
What is a Diagnostic body scan that is referred to as a ped scan?
Are you talking about a PET scan?
What advantage does the MRI scan have over the Pet scan for the subject?
A PET scan shows what level / stage (if any) the cancer is at. An MRI scan doesn't do this, the reader, looks for abnormalities on the scan which shows up everything in the body.
How long does ups take from departure scan to Destination Scan?
It would depend on the item and the seller
Can you have a pet scan and bone scan on same day?
Yes, but bone scan has to be completed first.
Can you take a pet scan if you have titanium hip replacement?
A CT scan, yes. An MRI scan- maybe. It will depend on information from the manufacturer of the device you have implanted. Most are not affected by an MRI, but that is up to medical staff to determine.
Can you have a PET scan with a defibrillator?
yes
Can you have braces on during a pet scan?
no
How much does a pet scan for a dog cost?
A PET scan, or Positron Emission Tomography, is used to scan internal organs for abnormalities, like tumors, or cancer. PET scans for animals may cost hundreds, or thousands of dollars, depending on the size of the animal, and the complexity of the scan.
What is salary for pet scan technologist?
$92,000
How long does it take to get bone scan results back?
It should usually take about 24 hours.
How does a PET Scan use Radioisotope decay?
A PET scan uses radioisotope decay by detecting the pair of annihilation photons emitted during the decay process.
