Positron Emission Tomography / Computed Tomography

Alberta Health Services - Provincial Health Services


Description
A nuclear imaging test that shows how cells of the body are functioning at the molecular level. With the positron emission tomography (PET), the computed tomography (CT) creates a detailed picture.

The person is given a radioactive substance that collects in certain cells in the body. These cells can then be detected and the PET/CT combined gives a clear picture of the size, shape, and location of the abnormal cells.


Key Provider: medical radiology technologists (MRTs), radiologists
Eligibility
No
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. A legal guardian must accompany all patients under the age of 18, or any patient that does not have the capacity to consent. Mature minors may be able to give consent.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.


Telephone
780-970-6915
Fax
780-670-3616
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Parking stalls, ramps and washrooms
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
May 3, 2024
Address
11560 University Avenue
Edmonton, AB, T6G 1Z2

This facility provides a range of healthcare services for people with cancer. There's no emergency department at this location.


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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Tue
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Wed
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Thu
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Fri
08:00 AM to 05:00 PM