PET 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 Shivajinagar or Kothrud, Pune. Wear loose clothing without metal fasteners, and remove jewellery before the scan.

Single standalone test:

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

When does a doctor order PET Scan?

PET Scan is typically ordered as part of an imaging workup for cancer, heart, or brain evaluation. It is used when patients have unexplained lumps, persistent symptoms, abnormal findings on other scans, or to check treatment response.

Who should get PET 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. Those who benefit most from PET Scan include patients needing structural assessment that bloodwork cannot provide, and anyone under surveillance for a previously detected abnormality in Pune.

What can PET Scan help detect?

Abnormal uptake can result from cancer, infection, inflammation, or some medications and high blood sugar. A strong family history of cancer or neurodegenerative disease may make PET scanning more likely to be recommended.

What do PET Scan results mean?

Higher or positive results: A positive PET scan shows abnormal areas of increased metabolic activity, suggesting possible cancer, infection, or inflammation. 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 PET 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 PET Scan results are ready?

You will be notified the moment results are ready, usually the same day for routine tests. Open the report in the GetVisit app to see each value beside its reference range, share it with your doctor in a tap, or book a specialist consultation to talk it through.