PET Scan

A PET Scan (Positron Emission Tomography Scan) produces three-dimensional, colour images that show how TISSUES work.

Also Known As

This NHS business definition is also known by these names:

Context Alias
Full name Positron Emission Tomography Scan
Plural PET Scans
Short name PET

Where Used

Type Link How used
Data Element CANCER IMAGING MODALITY references in description PET Scan
Attribute CANCER IMAGING MODALITY references in description PET Scan
Supporting Information Main Specialty and Treatment Function Codes Table references in description PET Scan
NHS Business Definition PET Scan references in description PET Scan
Attribute PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TYPE references in description PET Scan
Data Element PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TYPE references in description PET Scan
Data Element RADIOTHERAPY PLAN OTHER PROCEDURE references in description PET Scan
Attribute RADIOTHERAPY PLAN OTHER PROCEDURE references in description PET Scan