Doctors recommend PET scans and CT scans for patients on a regular basis. The number of CT scans performed annually is now more than 70 million according to the Center for Radiological Research. Annual PET scans are done less often at about 2 million annually. There are several key differences in a PET scan vs. […]
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How much does a PET scan cost?
The average PET scan cost in the United States is $5,750, though prices can range from $1,250 to $9,225. One factor that can greatly affect the cost of your procedure is whether you have it performed in an inpatient facility, like a hospital, or an outpatient surgery center. Outpatient centers are just as safe as […]
What is a PET scan?
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is a diagnostic imaging test used to examine the inner workings of a patient’s organs and tissues. Before a PET scan, the patient is given a radioactive tracer. This tracer travels through the body and gathers in areas with high levels of chemical activity. Due to the presence of […]