What is PET/CT and how does it work?

Physicians use positron emission tomography–computed tomography (PET/CT) to see what’s wrong and to develop a patient treatment strategy and monitor the response. The combination of PET and CT gives a more accurate picture than the two performed separately. Watch this video for detailed answers to some of PET/CT FAQs:  00:00 How does tracking and mapping work?  00:26 What are PET/CT scans?  01:04 When are PET/CT scans taken?  01:33 How is the metabolic activity measured?  02:05 What molecules can be used as tracers?  02:28 How high is the radiation dose?  03:22 What does the future hold for PET/CT? And for more information visit: https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/perspect…