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PET / CT Scan

Positron Emission Tomography with Computed Tomography is a nuclear medicine imaging test that uses radioactive isotopes to detect differences in the metabolism of various tissues.  PET-CT produces a three dimensional image of functional processes within the body.  PET-CT is often used to differentiate between healthy and abnormal tissue.

Exam Locations

Bridgeport Office (Main Street)

2660 Main Street, Suite 103

(203) 683-4540

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More Information

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Brain

Melanoma

Skull to Mid Thigh

Whole Body

Exam Preparation Instructions

  • Please remember to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time
  • Wear comfortable clothing, (some exams may require 2 piece garments)
  • Avoid wearing jewelry
  • Bring anything in writing from the Referring Physician, Attorney's paperwork.
  • Bring License and Insurance Cards
  • All consent forms will need to be signed prior to the exam and medical history will be reviewed
  • Bring any comparison films you may have, unless they are previous with Russo
  • Payment is expected at the time of service/exam

 

All Pet-CT Patients:

 

  • Must be able to lie on your back for 45 minutes
  • Nothing to eat or drink after midnight, with the exception of water.  Patients can have unlimited water consumption
  • No Strenuous exercise 24 hours before the procedure
  • A Low Carbohydrate diet must be administered 24 hour prior to the procedure
  • No Caffeine or Nicotine the day of the exam, please try to refrain as well the day before the procedure

 

Diabetic Patients:

 

  • Light meal of toast, oatmeal, skim milk, juice or water prior to exam, medications can be administered at this point
  • No Medications or food 6 hours before the procedure
  • Blood sugar must be under 200 for the procedure to take place