A PET scan is an advanced imaging test that helps doctors detect cancer, evaluate the stage of the disease, and monitor treatment effectiveness. Through Apollo Sri Lanka, patients can access high-quality PET scan
diagnostics at Apollo Hospitals in India.
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is a sophisticated diagnostic technique that identifies abnormal metabolic activity in the body. Unlike traditional imaging like X-rays or CT scans that focus on anatomy, PET scans look at how your tissues and organs are functioning at a cellular level.
Often combined with CT scans (PET/CT), it provides a high-detail fusion of metabolic and structural mapping, helping clinicians pinpoint issues with extreme precision, often before they appear on other imaging tests.
Detects biochemical changes that signal the start of a disease process.
Combines the functional data of PET with the structural detail of CT in one session.
Identifying cancer at its most treatable cellular stage.
Precisely determining the stage and extent of disease.
Mapping cancer metastasis across the entire body.
Evaluating how tumors respond to chemotherapy or radiation.
Developing highly targeted surgical or radiation plans.
Your oncologist or specialist may advise a PET scan during various phases of your healthcare journey.
Apollo Hospitals India maintains state-of- the-art diagnostic hubs equipped with the latest PET/CT technology, including Digital PET systems that provide even higher resolution images with lower radiation doses.
Apollo Sri Lanka serves as your direct bridge to these facilities, handling everything from clinical coordination to ensuring your scans are integrated into your local treatment plan.
We bridge the gap for Sri Lankan patients seeking world-class cancer care. Our team provides end-to-end support, including:
Expert preliminary evaluation of medical documents.
Prioritized appointments at the Chennai Proton Centre.
Assistance with visas and travel logistics to Chennai.
Direct liaison between Sri Lanka and Indian medical teams.
Different types of PET scans are used to detect and evaluate specific conditions. Each scan helps doctors identify cancer activity and support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
A specialized PET scan used to detect prostate cancer and identify its spread with high accuracy, even in early stages.
This scan targets specific tumor receptors to detect neuroendocrine tumors, helping identify small or hidden cancer cells.
A comprehensive scan that evaluates the entire body to detect cancer, monitor disease spread, and assess treatment response.
An advanced PET scan that targets cancer-associated cells, enabling improved detection of a wide range of tumors with greater clarity.
Contact Apollo Sri Lanka for a free initial assessment and seamless travel coordination.
