Whole Body PET Scan in Delhi - Test, Procedure & Cost

Why is a whole-body PET scan done?

Whole Body PET CT Scan (FDG) or whole body positron emission tomography-computed tomography using fluoro-deoxyglucose (FDG) as a radioactive tracer for the diagnosis of various abnormalities like a wide range of cancers, neurological disorders, heart diseases, pyrexia of unknown origin etc. 

What is a whole-body PET scan?

Whole body PET CT scan is a diagnostic imaging procedure, which uses radioactive material to detect abnormalities at the cellular level. This diagnostic tool is the most advanced for the easy and early detection of abnormalities. This helps in the specific and effective treatment of the disease. The whole body PET CT scan commonly uses fluorine-18, and fluoro-deoxyglucose (18F FDG) as radioactive tracers for the detection of abnormalities in different types of cancers in the body, heart abnormalities, neurological disorders, pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO) etc. 

What is the procedure for the Whole Body PET Scan?

In the Whole-body PET CT scan procedure, the patient is administered with radioactive tracer as per the guidelines of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The most common radioactive tracer given is FDG. After the radioactive tracer, the patient is advised to avoid any hard exercise, movement or food items. The radioactive tracer will take around 1 hour to reach the whole body, and the patient will be asked to be at complete rest till that. The patient will be laid on the bed attached to the scanner and the slide into the scanner for taking 3D images of the whole body diagnosis of abnormalities.

How does one prepare for a whole-body PET Scan?

The patient is required to observe the fasting for about 8 hours before going for the PET scan. The patient needs to reveal all the drugs or medications he is taking. Patients also need to avoid alcohol, smoking and other activities that can influence the result of the scan. It is advised to consult the healthcare before going for the scan so that he can advise some more precautions as per the need of the scan.

Required documents for Whole body PET scan.

• Doctor's prescription slip
• Documents related to medical history
• Any valid ID proof for verification 

Aftercare for Whole body PET scan.

Wait for some time, to normalize, after leaving the machine. Collect reports and go home. The residue of nuclear medicine will automatically flush out of your body in a week. Till then, keep drinking water as much as you can and maintain a safe distance from ladies and children.  

What is the price of a whole-body PET Scan Price in Delhi?

The Whole Body PET Scan costs range from INR 11,950 to INR 23,900. The price depends on the area and the healthcare facility. Choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre as they provide heavy discounts with quality facilities. The facility is accredited with NABH.

Get an online booking service 24*7 and a free ambulance facility for your convenience. 

How to Book a Whole Body PET Scan Online at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre?

To provide hassle-free diagnostic service we also provide online service to book your appointment. At Ganesh Diagnostic, you can book the Whole Body PET Scan Test online by scheduling your appointment. Quick, non-invasive PET CT appointment is available for detailed insights into your body. Schedule now for a comprehensive health assessment. We are 24/7 Open at your service.

What if my Whole-body PET scan was not normal?

Any abnormality of the scan will be discussed with the healthcare expert and he will suggest future courses of action.

What is the full-body PET price in Delhi?

The full-body PET CT price in Delhi ranges from INR 11,950 to INR 23,900 depending on the type and radioactive tracer used.

How to find a whole-body PET scan centre near me in Delhi NCR?

You can type whole-body PET CT scan centre near me in Delhi NCR in Google search for the nearest centres available.

What is the ICD-10 code for whole-body PET scans?

The ICD-10 code for whole-body PET scans is CW3NYZZ.

Is a Whole-body PET test scan better than an MRI?

Whole-body PET test scan uses radiation, whereas MRI does not use any radiation in the test. However, PET scans can detect abnormalities at the cellular level which may not be caught in the MRI test.

How to find the Whole-body PET test scan centre near me in Delhi NCR?

Patients can type the Whole-body PET test scan centre near me in Delhi NCR in the Google search for the nearest Whole-body PET test scan centres.