Positron emission tomography (PET) scans can detect cancer earlier than other imaging tests. But some types of cancer are harder to detect on a PET scan. In particular, they may miss cancers that ...

Dr. Gary Small answers the question: 'MRI, PET Scan for Alzheimer's Diagnosis?' May 4, 2009 -- Question: When are imaging diagnostics, such as an MRI or PET scan, used to determine whether I have ...

Preparing for a PET scan requires switching to a no-sugar diet the day before the scan. People with diabetes may have special instructions regarding medications. Doctors typically schedule PET scans ...

The research team at the Yale University PET Center. (Courtesy: Yihuan Lu) PET, an established imaging modality employed for both clinical and research applications, has the potential to perform in ...

A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is a diagnostic tool that examines body tissue functioning, such as blood flow, oxygen use, and sugar metabolism, to help doctors diagnose and treat disease.

Radiology tests can help doctors stage laryngeal cancer, determine treatment, and monitor progress. Radiology uses imaging tests to help diagnose and treat diseases. They help stage laryngeal cancer ...

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