PET Cardiac Stress Test Stress-Rest
About Test
A PET scan cardiac stress test, also known as a myocardial perfusion PET (MPP) scan, is a diagnostic imaging test used to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle. This test involves injecting a small amount of radioactive tracer into the patient's bloodstream and then taking images of the heart at rest and during exercise or pharmacological stress. The tracer accumulates in areas of the heart with good blood flow, allowing healthcare professionals to see any areas with reduced blood flow or damage.
The clinical uses of PET scan cardiac stress test are primarily related to the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease (CAD). This test can help healthcare professionals detect areas of reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, which may indicate the presence of a blockage or narrowing in the coronary arteries. PET scan cardiac stress test is also used to evaluate patients with chest pain, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of CAD. In addition, it can be used to monitor the progression of CAD over time and assess the effectiveness of treatments such as medication, angioplasty, or bypass surgery.
PET scan cardiac stress test is considered a highly accurate test for evaluating blood flow to the heart muscle, and it has several advantages over other cardiac stress tests such as nuclear stress tests or stress echocardiograms. PET scan cardiac stress test provides higher resolution images, which can help healthcare professionals detect smaller areas of damage or reduced blood flow. In addition, it does not involve exposure to ionizing radiation, making it safer for patients.
Overall, PET scan cardiac stress test is a valuable tool for healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and management of CAD. It provides detailed information about blood flow to the heart muscle and can help guide treatment decisions for patients with this condition.
Frequently ordered together
MRI Cardiac with And without Contrast
CT Heart with 3D Imaging
CT Angiogram Heart with 3D Imaging
MRI Cardiac Velocity Flow Mapping
PET Cardiac Stress Test Stress-Rest
Cardiac Viability
PET-CT CARDIAC AMMONIA REST STUDY
PET-CT CARDIAC VIABILITY SINGLE STUDY-FDG
CARDIAC PROFILE
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