
Positron emission tomography (PET scan) as a cancer diagnostic tool
Positron emission tomography (PET scan) is an extremely valuable tool in cancer detection, diagnosis and management. PET scans provide information about the function of tissues and organs at the molecular level, which is a unique insight that other imaging techniques, such as CT or MRI, may not reveal. This advanced imaging technology can help identify cancer, determine its spread and monitor the effectiveness of treatments. This article discusses how PET scans work, their advantages and limitations, and their role in cancer diagnosis.