PET CT Scan Cost in India

The cost of a PET-CT scan in India typically ranges from $500 to $6,000 USD, depending on the hospital, city, and type of procedure.

A PET-CT scan combines a PET scan, which shows how tissues are working, with a CT scan, which shows structure. The cost depends on:

• Tracer: FDG, PSMA or other tracers.
• Area scanned: whole body or targeted.
• Centre
• Reporting: by a nuclear medicine specialist.

A PET-CT scan is a single diagnostic test. A quote near this range is unusual, so ask what it includes.

Cambridge University Hospitals explains it helps confirm or rule out a diagnosis and plan treatment. It is often used to stage cancer and check response to treatment.

CUH advises nothing but plain water for six hours before an FDG scan. People with diabetes should contact the department, because blood sugar must be low enough. Plan for about 2 hours, including a 60 to 90 minute rest after the injection.

CUH advises avoiding close contact with pregnant women and young children for six hours. Drink plenty of fluids. Results usually reach your doctor within one to two weeks.