PET-CT Scan Cost in Delhi
PET-CT is the gold-standard whole-body imaging for cancer staging, restaging, and treatment-response evaluation. Everything you need to know before booking.
How much does a PET-CT cost in Delhi?
Whole-body PET-CT with FDG at Saral Diagnostics starts from ₹18,000. PET-CT with PSMA (prostate-specific), DOTANOC (neuroendocrine), or Choline tracers is priced from ₹26,000 depending on the tracer. TODO: confirm with admin.
Do I need fasting for a PET-CT?
Yes — 6 hours of strict fasting is mandatory for FDG-PET. Water is allowed. Diabetics need a separate prep protocol — please call us before booking.
What is the difference between FDG and non-FDG PET-CT?
FDG (fluorodeoxyglucose) is the standard tracer — used for ~85% of oncology indications. PSMA is for prostate cancer, DOTANOC for neuroendocrine tumours, Choline for prostate/brain tumours. Your oncologist will recommend the right tracer.
How long does a PET-CT scan take?
Plan for 2.5 to 3 hours at the centre. The injection rests for 60 minutes (FDG uptake phase). The scan itself takes 20–25 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is PET-CT safe?
PET-CT uses small amounts of radioactive tracer. The dose is well below the threshold for harm and is excreted within 24 hours. The diagnostic benefit far outweighs the small radiation exposure.
When will the PET-CT report be available?
Same-day report softcopy via WhatsApp + email, hardcopy + film within 24 hours.
