Early Lab Closure: The lab at 54 Baker Ave closes at 12:30pm today.
Emerson Health is proud to partner with Shields Health to provide an exceptional experience and state-of-the-art PET-CT equipment at our Center for Specialty Care in Concord.
To schedule a PET-CT, call Shields Health at 866-258-4738.
PET-CT is a special imaging test that combines two types of scans: Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT). This test helps providers see inside your body and find problems like cancer, heart disease, or brain disorders. The combination of these two scans produces detailed and accurate images.
During a PET-CT scan, you will receive a small amount of radioactive material through an injection. This material helps highlight areas of your body that are not working properly. The CT scan takes pictures of your body, while the PET scan shows how your organs and tissues are functioning.
The whole process usually takes about 30 to 60 minutes. You may need to lie still during the scan, but it is not painful.
A PET-CT scan is used to help doctors:
Your doctor will explain why you need the scan and how it will help in your treatment plan.
Here is what you can expect during a PET-CT scan:
PET-CT is a safe procedure. The amount of radiation used in the scan is very small, and the benefits of having the scan usually outweigh any risks. Your doctor will discuss any concerns you may have before the test.
54 Baker Avenue Extension
Concord,
MA
01742
X-Ray Appointments: 978-287-8587
PET-CT Appointments: 866-258-4738
