Positron Emission Tomography (PET/CT)

Web Resources

Download PET Exam Prep Instructions

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Web Resources for PET Scan information

• What is Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Scanning?
• What are some common uses of the procedure?
• How should I prepare?
• What does the equipment look like?
• How does the procedure work?
• How is the procedure performed?
• What will I experience during and after the procedure?
• Who interprets the results and how do I get them?
• What are the benefits vs. risks?
• What are the limitations of Positron Emission Tomography – Computed Tomography (PET/CT)?

Other Resources and Links

• American Cancer Society
• How To Find Resources in Your Own Community – National Cancer Institute
• ACOR.org – Association of Cancer Online Resources
• Cancer Resources | OncoLink – The Web’s First Cancer Resource
• The Breast Cancer Resource Center
• National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC)
• Cancer Resource Centre
• Caring Bridge – Personalized web site for contact with family and friends
• Association of Cancer Online Resources
• Breast cancer treatment information
• National Cancer Institute
• American Society of Clinical Oncology
• National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
• HOPE – Cancer Care
• Cancer Care Connection
• Information on clinical trials
• Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
• Livestrong – Lance Armstrong Foundation
• Cancer consultant/advisory services

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