Description
An FLT PET Scan is a specialized type of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan that uses a radiotracer called Fluorothymidine (FLT). FLT is a radioactive form of the naturally occurring molecule thymidine, which plays a key role in DNA synthesis and cell division.
Because cancer cells grow and divide faster than normal cells, they absorb more FLT. This allows an FLT PET scan to measure cell proliferation and provide valuable information about tumor activity and treatment response.
What Is an FLT PET Scan?
An FLT PET scan is a molecular imaging test that helps doctors assess how quickly cells are dividing within tissues. It is particularly useful in oncology for evaluating tumor growth, aggressiveness, and response to therapy.
Why Is an FLT PET Scan Performed?
An FLT PET scan is recommended to:
- Evaluate tumor growth and aggressiveness
- Monitor response to chemotherapy or radiation therapy
- Distinguish active cancer from scar tissue
- Support cancer research and treatment planning
How Is an FLT PET Scan Performed?
A small amount of FLT radiotracer is injected into a vein. After allowing time for the tracer to circulate and be absorbed by active cells, the patient lies on the PET scanner bed while images are taken.
The scan is painless and usually takes about 30 to 60 minutes.
Advantages of FLT PET Scan
- Provides information about cell proliferation
- Helps evaluate tumor activity more accurately
- Useful for early treatment response assessment
- Non-invasive and safe
Book FLT PET Scan
If you need advanced cancer evaluation, an FLT PET Scan offers valuable insight into tumor growth and treatment effectiveness, helping doctors make informed clinical decisions.
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