What is the difference between CT, MRI and PET?
, also known as a CAT scan or Computed Tomography uses X-rays to produce images of organs and structures of the body. During the procedures, you will be lying down on a table that is fed through the Gantry. The Gantry is a doughnut-shaped structure with a camera that rotates around your body to produce images. The images are then sent to a computer, which processes all the images, creating a series of images that a Radiologist can review in sequence to diagnose illnesses or injuries. After images are acquired, they are sent to a PACS (Picture Archiving & Communications) system where they can be stored digitally for future review and/or printing.
