Category: Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine is a specialized branch of diagnostic imaging that uses small amounts of safe radioactive tracers to evaluate the function of organs, tissues, and bones. Unlike conventional imaging that primarily shows anatomy, nuclear medicine provides detailed functional information, helping physicians detect diseases at an early stage. This category includes PET-CT scans, SPECT scans, thyroid scans, bone scans, renal scans, cardiac perfusion imaging, hepatobiliary (HIDA) scans, lung ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scans, and other advanced molecular imaging procedures. These investigations play a vital role in diagnosing cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders, kidney conditions, thyroid disorders, bone diseases, and various other medical conditions, enabling accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care.