Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

ECT (Emission Computed Tomography), PET (Positron Emission Tomography) Scan

How It Feels

You will not feel pain during the test. The table you lie on may be hard and the room may be cool. It may be difficult to lie still during the test.

You may feel a quick sting or pinch when the IV is put in your arm. The tracer may make you feel warm and flushed. Some people feel sick to their stomach or have a headache. Tell your doctor how you are feeling.

You may feel nervous inside the PET scanner.

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Author:	Douglas Dana Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: November 12, 2007
Medical Review:	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Paul D. Traughber, MD - Radiology Kenneth B. Sutherland, CD, BSc, MD, FRCPC - Diagnostic Radiology
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