18F-DOPA PET-CT for Brain
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18F-DOPA PET-CT of the brain is a high-level diagnostic examination that is developed to examine amino acid metabolism in the brain tissues. It is a scan based on the 18F-DOPA radiotracer, which is useful in the increase of regions of abnormal metabolic activity in the brain. The test offers detailed functional information as well as locating the anatomy precisely with the combination of PET imaging and CT scanning. In Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, the scan is done through state-of-the-art PET-CT in order to facilitate proper diagnostic assessment as recommended by the physician who ordered the scan.
Why This Test Is Performed
Doctors may recommend an 18F-DOPA PET-CT for the brain when detailed metabolic information is required beyond conventional imaging. This scan is commonly used for:
- Evaluation of suspected or known brain tumors
- Differentiation between active lesions and non-active tissue
- Assessment of abnormal amino acid uptake in brain regions
- Clarification of findings seen on MRI or CT scans
- Diagnostic evaluation during follow-up assessments
The scan provides additional metabolic insights that support clinical interpretation.
Key Diagnostic Advantages
The 18F-DOPA PET-CT for the brain offers several important diagnostic benefits:
- Sensitive detection of altered brain metabolism
- Improved lesion characterisation compared to conventional imaging
- Accurate localisation of metabolically active areas
- Useful correlation with MRI findings
- Supports precise diagnostic assessment in complex cases
This scan is particularly valuable when a detailed metabolic evaluation of brain tissue is required.
Safety and Scan Environment
The scan is performed using controlled quantities of radiotracer under established safety protocols. It is a painless and non-surgical operation. Patients are observed during the scan, and there are trained personnel who are considered to make the imaging experience smooth and safe.
Report and Result Availability
- Reports are generally available within 24–48 hours
- Findings include detailed observations based on PET-CT imaging
- Digital reports may be provided for patient convenience
- Results are intended for review by the referring doctor
Book Your Scan
For advanced brain metabolic imaging and reliable diagnostic reporting, book your 18F-DOPA PET-CT for the brain at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. The centre focuses on precision imaging, patient comfort, and timely report delivery.
Contact: 92172 44110
Test information: Fasting: 4 hours
Reporting: Within 2 hours*
- Fasting for 4 hours is needed.
- Please carry all medical documents, including doctor referrals, previous reports of any CT, MRI etc.
- Always try to reach 15 min before appointment time as the radiopharmaceutical (tracer) used for 18F-DOPA PET-CT has a short half-life, and any delay may cause tracer decay, and you may be rescheduled for another day.
- Please carry identification proof such as an Aadhar card, pan card etc.
- On many occasions, the 18F-DOPA Brain PET-CT is accompanied by 18F-FDG PET-CT for differential diagnosis. You may be asked to come on another day for the same with same preparations.
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