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How long does a pet scan take?
A full body PET scan can take 30 to 45 minutes. A scan of a single lamp or a single organ can take as little as 10 minutes.
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.
Why can't you eat carbohydrates before having a PET Scan?
You can not eat carbohydrates before a Pet scan because it can show a raise in activity and metabolism in your body. This is because your body breaks down carbohydrates to store energy and the scan will show an inaccurate reading.
Can pet scan can be used on humans?
A PET scan is for humans.
Can a dog take baby aspirin with phenobarbital?
No Never give Advil to a dog or cat. It is dangerous. You need to check with your Veterinarian as to why you wish to give Advil to your pet that is already taking pheno. Buffered aspirin is the only safe thing to give to your pet but again you need to check with your Vet before giving any aspirin.
What brain imaging method requires the injection of a radioactive substance?
PET scan
What type of procedure is a PET scan?
cat scan
What is a ped scan?
Do you mean PET scan? That is a scan for cancer metastases, I believe.
What is a Diagnostic body scan that is referred to as a ped scan?
Are you talking about a PET scan?
What does mediastinal blood pool maximum SUV is 2.5 on a PET scan?
What does mediastinal blood pool maximum SUV is 2.5 on 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.
Can you have a pet scan and bone scan on same day?
Yes, but bone scan has to be completed first.
