PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography) at Mercy

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Mercy physicians provide patients comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for a range of conditions and disorders. Our doctors offer PET scan (Positron Emission Tomography) as a diagnostic procedure to aid in disease management and the development of treatment plans.

What is a PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography)?

Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan) is an advanced imaging tool that can show clinicians the metabolic function of internal organs and tissues. PET scans are often helpful in detecting as well as managing complex conditions such as cancers and brain disease.

When might a PET Scan be used?

A doctor may request a PET scan to aid in diagnosis and treatment including:

  • Detection, staging and restaging of cancers
  • Diagnosis and treatment planning for heart disease
  • Diagnosis and treatment planning for neurological conditions including brain tumors, dementia and epilepsy

Mercy offers a state-of-the-art combination PET/CT system that produces 3D images, providing a more accurate picture of the internal structures and impact of disease.