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Programs & Services


Positron Emission Tomography / Computed Tomography

A nuclear imaging test that shows the how cells of the body are functioning at the molecular level. With the positron emission tomography (PET), the computed tomography (CT) creates a detailed picture.

The person is given a radioactive substance that collects in certain cells in the body. These cells can then be detected and the PET/CT combined gives a clear picture of the size, shape, and location of the abnormal cells.

Contact Details

University of Alberta Hospital

Location Info
Diagnostic Imaging, Level 2
Address
8440 112 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta
T6G 2B7
Telephone
780-407-7452
Fax
780-407-8530
Getting There

Parking and Public transportation available

Parking map

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
medical radiology technologists (MRTs), radiologists
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.

A legal guardian must accompany all patients under the age of 18, or any patient that does not have the capacity to consent. Mature minors may be able to give consent.


Wait Times

An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.

Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Service Locations
Also Known As
Acronym
DI, PET
Other
Diagnostic Imaging, Radiography