PET Scan of Whole Body - Pet Mri Item 1
Detailed pet scan of whole-body. Uses controlled radiation.
PET Scan for oncology evaluation.
Key facts at a glance
- Modality
- pet
- Body part
- whole-body
- Ionizing radiation
- true
- Radiation dose
- 14
- Duration (min)
- 10
- Preparation
- fasting-6h
- Pregnancy safe
- false
- Pediatric safe
- true
- Breastfeeding safe
- true
- Claustrophobia risk
- low
- Metal implant safe
- safe
- Sedation
- none
- Result turnaround
- 24-48h
- Availability
- routine
- Setting
- any
- Cost tier
- very_high
What Is PET Scan?
PET Scan creates detailed images of whole-body.
How to read the report
- Results reviewed by radiologist.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 9, 2026. · Read our editorial policy