Information for patients

Mandatory

  • Do not eat or drink (alcohol, cokes, teas with sugar), except plain water 6 hours before the examination.
  • Don’t use chewing gums and candies in that period
  • Avoid hard physical activity and exercise for 24 hours before the exam.
  • Bring your medical record and carry your most recent x-ray studies (x-ray, CT, MRI).
  • Take a bottle of water (1,5l).
  • Take your medications in the morning. Take the list of medications that you use.
  • Before the examination we are checking level of glucose. If you are diabetic patient you should phone to inform us before . If you use insulin, take it with you.
  • We suggest you to wear something loose and comfortable, and it is important that you are not wearing any metal, including jewelry, zips and bra hooks.
  • If you are unable to attend or are going to be delayed, please telephone us as soon as possible.
  • Arrive 60 minutes before your PET/CT scan. You can’t be accompanied by minors or pregnant women.
  • The duration of the exam will vary, but the average is about 3 hours.
  • If we are unable to made the examination from unknown reasons, you will be informed in time.
  • Using cell phones or other electronic devices is forbidden, during the examination.

WARNING: PET/CT MAY BE DELAYED OR CANCELED IF THE PATIENT:

  • Is treated with radiotherapy or surgery is performed 3 months before the scanning.
  • Is treated with chemotherapy 3 weeks before the scanning.
  • Has increased level of glucose before the scanning.
  • Is claustrophobic.
  • Have difficulties with lying longer time (~90 minutes).
  • Have problem with urinary incontinence.
  • Is afraid from insertion of cannula.

PREGNANCY IS CONTRAINDICATED FOR PET/CT!