When a doctor orders a PET CT scan you can be assured that their decision was made because they want to make sure your illness or disease is diagnosed and properly treated. You can have peace of mind knowing that your doctor is looking out for you and making an effort to provide the best possible treatment for your illness or disorder.
Diagnostic imaging with PET CT Riverhead NY provides state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and the result of any testing you have done will be at the disposal of your doctor to enable him to properly diagnose and implement your treatment plan.
Many physicians will order a PET CT for their patients for diagnosis of things such as:
Cancer
Cardiac problems
Neurological disorders
Internal organ diseases
Those are just a few examples of overall health issues that are sometimes diagnosed by precision testing provided by North Fork Radiology.
In addition to the diagnostic imaging services, it’s sometimes necessary for patients to undergo certain treatments related to illnesses such as cancer. Radiation therapy is one example of such treatment that can be performed by most of the diagnostic imaging centers.
Before you actually have the testing ordered by your doctor here are some basic responsibilities of each patient.
Be on time for your appointment
Follow any and all pre-test orders provided by your doctor
Be prepared to complete the necessary forms and paperwork
Provide your insurance information
Cooperate with the person performing your test
Those are just a few things you, as a patient can do that will make the procedure easier for you and the provider.
The type of diagnostic imaging you are having will determine the length of time it takes to actually perform the test. If you have concerns or questions, it’s important to approach your doctor before time for your testing. When you understand the purpose of the tests you are having done it helps alleviate any confusion.
Relax as best you can and let the professionals do their job. Doing so will give your physician a better look at your condition and will enable them to do their job more efficiently.
