Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography
(PET/CT) Scanning
A PET/CT scan combines positron emission tomography (PET) and computed tomography (CT) images. PET images show how organs and tissues in the body are working. CT images show details of body anatomy such as vessels, lymph nodes and organs. When PET and CT scans are combined, the fused images help doctors detect cancer, heart problems, neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s, and other central nervous system disorders.
Advanced PET/CT Technology
Our PET/CT technology is top of the line. With the GE Discovery IQ, we are able to observe the finest detail in every organ, offer low doses of radioisotopes with maximum speed and patient comfort.
We are a leader in the space, offering cutting-edge radioisotopes to detect the suspected reoccurrence of prostate cancer. If you’ve had treatment for prostate cancer and have a rising PSA, ask your doctor to refer you to us for a PET/CT scan with this specialty tracer.
PET/CT is primarily used for cancer imaging and neurologic imaging. The combination of PET and CT into one test has been shown to be more accurate than the two tests done separately.
Northeast Radiology Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence
The DICOE program, which represents the pinnacle of medical imaging care, is an achievement that goes beyond accreditation to recognize best-quality imaging practices and diagnostic care. This includes a comprehensive assessment of the entire medical imaging enterprise, including structure and outcomes. The DICOE designation recognizes excellence at multiple levels — including the professional staff, the technology and the policies and procedures the organization follows — and superior patient care.
Northeast Radiology Nuclear Medicine and PET Accreditation
ACR®’s Nuclear Medicine and PET Accreditation Program involves the acquisition of clinical and phantom images and corresponding data for each unit. Accreditation is not permanent, and a facility offering PET/CT must resubmit testing regularly. Northeast Radiology offers PET/CT program at our ACR® accredited Brewster, NY location.
Detailed PET/CT scanning information is available to you. Northeast Radiology is a member of both the American College of Radiology (ACR®) and the Radiology Society of North America (RSNA®). These two premier organizations have jointly developed RadiologyInfo.org as the radiology information resource for patients.
RadiologyInfo.org provides a wealth of useful information on PET/CT. It tells you how a PET/CT Scan procedure is performed. It also addresses what you may experience and how to prepare for the exams. This website is updated frequently with new information. For more details go to:
All material on the RadiologyInfo.org website is reviewed and approved by experts in the field of radiology from the ACR® and RSNA®, as well as other professional radiology organizations.
Northeast Radiology’s PET/CT procedure prices with insurance discounts, and available discounts for self-paying patients, are a phone call away.
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