Why Get A PET/CT Scan Oklahoma

Why Get A PET/CT Scan?

PET/CT Scan is a non-invasive and painless procedure that provides better imaging data. It helps understand how the tissues in a patient’s body work on a cellular level. The most significant advantage is that the PET/CT Scan can detect early changes in a patient’s cells, allowing medical professionals to view and treat complex systemic diseases.

A PET/CT Scan is an effective way to help identify many conditions. It is used to evaluate if any disease or condition is present, including cancer, brain disorders, and heart diseases. The doctor may recommend a PET/CT Scan to inspect your blood flow, oxygen use, and metabolism to help understand how organs and tissues function.

Here are some conditions that a PET/CT Scan can help diagnose:

Cancer

Did you know cancer cells appear like brighter spots in PET/CT Scans? It is so because cancer cells have a higher metabolic rate than normal cells in the body.

• It detects cancer.
• Further helps to understand in case your cancer has spread.
• Informs if the treatment is working for the patient.
• To find if the cancer cells are again developing in the body.

However, if you think it is simple, it may not be, as some noncancerous cells can appear like cancerous ones. Meanwhile, sometimes cancer cells may not appear in PET/CT Scans at all. It can detect different types of solid tumors, such as:

• Brain
• Breast
• Cervical

• Colorectal
• Esophageal
• Thyroid

• Lung
• Lymphatic system
• Pancreatic

• Head and neck
• Skin

Brain Disorders

Glucose is required for a PET/CT Scan and can show which brain areas use glucose at the highest rates. They also help to diagnose and manage many Central Nervous System disorders, including:

• Alzheimer’s disease (Coming Soon) – To diagnose dementia (conditions related to mental health deterioration), such as Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological conditions.
• Depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent sadness and loss of interest.
• Epilepsy – A brain disorder involving recurring seizures.
• Head trauma - Damage to the scalp, skull, or brain caused by injury.
• Parkinson’s disease – It is a brain disorder that can cause uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, or difficulty with balance.

At Halo Body Scan in Oklahoma, we understand that it can be overwhelming for a patient to undergo a medical test. They can reel under many emotions before, during, or after the medical examination. Our team has always focused on improving patients’ experiences and providing them best care. Our facility is well-equipped with advanced technology that can help diagnose various conditions. Moreover, our radiologists can present timely results of the scan and recommend how to best move forward to patients. To schedule an appointment at our facility, call us at (405) 477-1100.