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WHAT ARE THE RISKS OR SIDE EFFECTS OF PET SCANS?

April 26, 2017pet Scans

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WHAT ARE THE RISKS OR SIDE EFFECTS OF PET SCANS?

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Some participants will be studied without PET scans. The risks associated with a PET scan are minimal. They are considered safe and there has not been a report of an adverse event with this type of use. The risk from radiation exposure of the amount used is considered to be similar to other every day risks, such as driving a car.