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Positron Emission Tomography (PET)
Risks
There is always a slight chance of damage to cells or tissue from radiation, including the low levels of radiation used for this test. But the chance of damage is usually very low compared with the benefits of the test.
Most of the tracer will be flushed from your body within 6 to 24 hours. Reference Allergic reactions Opens New Window to the tracer are very rare.
In rare cases, some soreness or swelling may develop at the IV site where the radioactive tracer was put in. Apply a moist, warm compress to your arm.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference July 28, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Howard Schaff, MD - Diagnostic Radiology |
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