What is a Full Body PET-CT Bone with F18-Sodium Flouride?
A Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test that uses radioactive substance to measure important body functions. These scans can show how well organs and tissues are working, which are useful for disease detection before it is evident on other imaging tests.
Most PET scanners now have an integrated CT scanner to provide improved anatomic localization and more accurate interpretation of the PET images.
What is the purpose of a Full Body PET-CT Bone with F18-Sodium Flouride?
- Detect skeletal abnormalities such as abnormal bone growth associated with cancer that may have spread from other organs
- Provides faster blood clearance as it is two-fold higher in uptake, compared to the conventional bone scans
What happens before a Full Body PET-CT Bone with F18-Sodium Flouride?
- No preparation or fasting is required
- Unless specified, you may continue with your prescribed medication
- You may be assisted by a family member or guardian during the examination should you have any difficulty understanding the procedure
- Language interpretation services are available if required
What happens during a Full Body PET-CT Bone with F18-Sodium Flouride?
- Please arrive for the scan on time
- An intravenous line will be set for the administration of the radiotracer
- You will be required to remain in a holding area for 45 minutes
- You will be required to empty your bladder prior to the scan
- The scan will take around 20 minutes
What happens after a Full Body PET-CT Bone with F18-Sodium Flouride?
- The radiotracer will quickly decay and be excreted through the urine
- Normal activities can be resumed after the scan
- Avoid close contact with infants or pregnant women for at least 8 hours
- A medical imaging specialist will review the scans and submit the report to your doctor
- Your doctor will advise if a follow-up examination is needed
Should you feel unwell after the procedure, contact your doctor immediately or call our 24-HR Medical Urgency Clinic at (65) 6705 2999.
