What Are Myocardial Viability PET Scans?
JANUARY 6, 2023Going in for a cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) scan can be nerve-wracking, especially if you've never experienced one before. But worry not — we're here to provide some insight into the procedure so you know what to expect. Discover how a myocardial viability study works, along with some steps you can take to prepare for the scan. What Is a Viability Scan? A myocardial...
What Are Nuclear Bone Scans?
NOVEMBER 9, 2022When a patient has bone pain, their doctor might order a bone scan. A nuclear bone scan uses radiotracers, which are small amounts of radioactive substances, to recognize differences in...
How Does a PET Scan Work? What You Need to Know
AUGUST 29, 2022A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an essential tool medical professionals use to diagnose different health conditions. Without PET body scans, it would be challenging for doctors to diagnose...