Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography (PET/CT)

What is the difference between PET and PET CT?

What Is the Difference Between a CT and PET Scan? Perhaps the main difference between a CT scan and a PET scan is their focus. A CT scan creates a detailed non-moving image of organs, bones and tissues. A PET scan, on the other hand, shows doctors how the tissues in your body work on a cellular level.

Why would a doctor order a PET scan?

Your doctor may order a PET scan to inspect your blood flow, your oxygen intake, or the metabolism of your organs and tissues. PET scans show problems at the cellular level, giving your doctor the best view of complex systemic diseases. PET scans are most commonly used to detect: cancer.