Whole body PET CT Scan, in Pune

Fasting and dietary instructions:

Most imaging scans need no fasting. Some abdominal ultrasounds require a few hours of fasting or a full bladder, so follow the specific instruction shown when you book, or ask the centre.

Medication guidance:

Continue your regular medication unless told otherwise. Tell the centre if you have diabetes, kidney problems, or allergies, especially if a contrast study is planned.

What to bring:

Bring your doctor's referral, a valid photo ID, your insurance card if using cashless OPD, and any previous scans or reports so the radiologist can compare.

Timing:

Book a slot that suits you at an accredited GetVisit centre in Wanowrie or Deccan Gymkhana, Pune. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Single standalone test:

Whole body PET CT Scan. Can be ordered individually or as part of a preventive health package on GetVisit.

When does a doctor order Whole body PET CT Scan?

Whole body PET CT Scan is commonly used in cancer diagnosis, staging, and follow-up as part of an oncology imaging panel. Doctors may order it for unexplained weight loss, persistent pain, abnormal CT or MRI findings, or raised tumor markers.

Who should get Whole body PET CT Scan done in Pune?

Pune's rapidly growing population, its large IT and student communities in Hinjewadi, Baner, and Kharadi, rising lifestyle-disease rates, and seasonal monsoon infection peaks make regular preventive diagnostic testing worthwhile for residents across the city. Imaging benefits patients with pain, swelling, a palpable lump, injury, or an abnormal earlier finding, as well as those monitoring a known condition. GetVisit helps residents of Hadapsar, Kalyani Nagar, and across Pune book accredited imaging with clear pricing.

What can Whole body PET CT Scan help detect?

It helps detect primary tumors, metastasis, infection, or inflammation. Abnormal results can follow high blood sugar, recent surgery, infection, or inflammatory conditions. Family history of cancer often makes this scan more relevant.

What do Whole body PET CT Scan results mean?

Higher or positive results: A positive PET scan shows an area of increased metabolic activity, which often suggests cancer but can also reflect infection, inflammation, or recent surgery. Your doctor reads the value against the reference range on your report and your symptoms, and may repeat a borderline result to confirm it.

How often should Whole body PET CT Scan be repeated?

For preventive screening with a normal baseline: annually for most adults above 35. For monitoring a known condition: at the interval your specialist recommends , typically every 3 to 6 months for active conditions and annually for stable, well-controlled ones.

What happens after Whole body PET CT Scan results are ready?

Once your results appear in your GetVisit profile, discuss them with your doctor or a GetVisit-verified specialist. Your doctor will interpret each value in the context of your full health history, current medications, and symptoms, and advise on the next step: lifestyle change, repeat testing, medication adjustment, or specialist referral. All GetVisit reports are stored permanently and can be shared with any doctor instantly.