PET CT Scan in Ranchi | Advanced Cancer & Cardiac Imaging

PET-CT Scan Price List

PET scan pricing depends on the type of radioactive tracer used. Each tracer is made fresh for you on the day of the scan.

Whole Body FDG PET-CT

Most Common

The standard cancer screening scan. Checks the entire body for tumour activity using radioactive sugar.

₹10,000 – ₹18,000

PSMA PET Scan

Specially designed for prostate cancer. Highly accurate for detecting prostate tumours.

₹20,000 – ₹28,000

DOTA PET Scan

Used for neuroendocrine tumours. Finds tumours that standard scans cannot detect.

₹25,000 – ₹35,000

Cardiac PET (Heart Viability)

Checks if damaged heart muscle is still alive. Helps plan bypass surgeries.

₹15,000 – ₹22,000

Brain FDG PET

Used to locate seizure origins in epilepsy and evaluate dementia or Alzheimer's.

₹12,000 – ₹18,000

PET scan appointments are very time-sensitive because radioactive tracers expire quickly. Please reach on time.

The PET-CT Patient Journey

PET-CT scans take more time than standard diagnostic scans. Here is what to expect:

1

Tracer Injection

A tiny amount of radioactive tracer is injected into your arm. It feels like a quick blood test.

2

Rest Period

You rest quietly in a private room for about 60 minutes while the tracer spreads through your body.

3

Scanning

The scan takes 20 to 30 minutes inside a wide ring-like machine that is completely open at both ends.

4

Special Rules

Fast for 6 hours (water allowed). Low-carb diet the day before. Avoid exercise for 24 hours. Prescription and KFT required.

Why Doctors Request PET-CT Scans

PET-CT goes beyond normal structures to show cellular metabolic activity.

Cancer Diagnostics

Finds cancer cells anywhere in the body, tells if cancer has spread, and shows if chemotherapy is actively working.

Cardiology Checks

Checks if heart tissues damaged by heart attacks are still alive before surgeons perform bypass operations.

Neurology Mapping

Maps brain glucose metabolism to locate exact seizure origins in epilepsy and identify early dementia.

Common Questions About PET Scans

Answers to questions patients in Ranchi ask us most often.

Why is blood sugar control important before a PET scan?

The standard PET tracer is made of radioactive sugar. Cancer cells consume sugar much faster than normal cells, making them light up on the scan. If your blood sugar is already high, normal tissues absorb it too, which makes it harder to get clear results. Fasting and blood sugar control are essential.

Is the radioactive injection safe?

Yes, it is highly safe. The radioactive dose is extremely small and has no side effects. The tracer decays rapidly and is flushed out of your body naturally, mostly within 24 hours. Drinking plenty of water after the scan helps speed up this process.

Which is better — CT scan or PET-CT scan?

They serve different functions. A CT scan shows structures (organs, bones, anatomy), whereas a PET-CT shows cell function and cellular activity. PET-CT scans combine metabolic and physical pictures to give oncologists the most accurate details for cancer management.

Will I get my PET scan report on the same day?

PET-CT scans are highly complex. They are reviewed by a Nuclear Medicine specialist and a Radiologist together. Reports usually take 24 to 48 hours to be finalized.

Can I be near my family members after a PET scan?

Because you will have a very small amount of radioactivity in your body, we advise you to avoid close contact with small children and pregnant women for about 6 hours after your scan.

Complete Guide: PET-CT Scan in Ranchi

A Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan combined with a Computed Tomography (CT) scan—commonly known as PET-CT—is a cutting-edge imaging technique that provides both anatomical and functional information about the body. In Ranchi, our partner centres use this technology to provide definitive answers for complex oncology, neurology, and cardiology cases.

Mandatory Checklists Before Your Appointment:

Fast for 6 hours (water allowed)
Low-carb diet on the previous day
Inform us about Diabetes / Medications
Avoid heavy exercise 24h prior
Valid doctor's prescription
Recent KFT / Creatinine report

Why is it called metabolic imaging? Because PET scans track the cellular consumption of sugar. Cancer cells consume sugar much faster than normal cells, making them 'light up' on PET scans. By combining this with the structural details of a CT scan or correlation with an MRI scan, doctors get a comprehensive look at your health.

For oncology patients in Ranchi, a PET scan determines cancer stages, monitors if therapies are working, and helps doctors customize your recovery plan. It is one of the most important scans for checking cancer margins.

Radioactive Tracer Notice

The radioactive tracers used in PET scans decay very quickly. Tracer doses are manufactured daily in a cyclotron facility and transported directly to Ranchi. For this reason, bookings cannot be delayed. Please reach the centre exactly at your scheduled time.

PET-CT Scan in Ranchi