Find out why metal removal before CT or PET scans is essential, how jewelry or implants affect imaging, and how to prepare for clear and accurate results.

You cannot wear any type of metal during your scan, so leave all jewelry, metal zippers or any clothing with wiring at home. The scan room feels a bit chilly, so try to dress warm and comfortable — think …

During the scan Once you are in the exam room, our staff will help you lie down on a table connected to the PET/CT machine. You will need to lie on your back. For about the next 15 to 45 minutes, the …

Before the PET-CT Scan Wear comfortable clothing for the scan. You may need to remove anything that contains metal, such as eyeglasses, dentures, or hearing aids, during the test. An intravenous (IV) …

Wear clothes with little or no metal and you will not need to change into a gown. Follow these instructions for PSMA PET/CT scans: Hydrate well the day before and the day of your test. Take …

Specific instructions vary depending on scan type and radiotracer type. Patients must follow the instructions provided, specific to their scan type. When entering the department for your PET scan, …

Information about your PET-CT scan What is a PET-CT scan? PET-CT (positron emission tomography with computerised tomography) is a scanning method that allows us to see how organs are working …

In the medical world, there is a diagnostic test called a PET scan, short for positron emission tomography scan. Radiologists who perform this test provide patients with instructions on how to …

Jul 22, 2013 · A PET/CT scanner Before the PET/CT scan To produce accurate results, patients need to prepare for a PET/CT scan: Do not wear clothing with snaps, zippers, buckles, or any other large …

A positron emission tomography (PET) can help identify a range of conditions, including cancer, heart disease, and brain disorders. They can detect cellular changes in organs and tissues earlier than …