CT scans use contrast dyes to create high-definition images of body parts, which must be read by trained professionals. Effective light sources, knowledge of anatomy, color differences, and asymmetrical areas are all useful tools for reading a CT scan. Definitive diagnoses can only be made by trained medical professionals. Computed tomography (CT) scans are special […]
PET cancer scans use radioactive tracers to detect metabolic activity in organs and tissues, with 18F-FDG being the most commonly used. PET scans can detect subtle differences in metabolic activity with 95% accuracy and are used to monitor cancer progress and evaluate treatment effectiveness. The procedure is non-invasive and painless, but not recommended for pregnant […]
Nuclear medicine scans use radioactive isotopes to diagnose internal problems. They include bone scans, whole-body scans like PET, scans for specific tissues and glands, and scans to detect cancers. Patients ingest or inject a tracker for the machine to map bone density, organ thickness, and tumor size. Scans are usually done in hospitals or clinics […]
Different types of imaging tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and PET scans, are used to diagnose and stage cancer. Combining PET scans with CT scans or MRI scans provides more accurate results and helps determine the best treatment for patients. Several types of imaging tests are used to diagnose cancers. These tests […]
