{"id":1516,"date":"2026-04-04T06:38:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T06:38:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kishiwada.tokushukai.or.jp\/en\/health-check-up\/pet-ct\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T00:51:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T00:51:59","slug":"pet-ct","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kishiwada.tokushukai.or.jp\/en\/health-check-up\/pet-ct\/","title":{"rendered":"PET-CT Scan in Osaka | Cancer Screening"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nPET-CT is an advanced imaging test used to detect cancer and evaluate conditions throughout the body.
\nThis examination is available at our hospital in Osaka by appointment.\n<\/p>\n

\nInternational patients are accepted with prior appointment.\n<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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What it is<\/strong><\/div>\n
PET-CT combines PET and CT imaging to help detect cancer and evaluate conditions in the body<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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How it is used<\/strong><\/div>\n
Arranged based on medical appropriateness and physician assessment<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Our key advantage<\/strong><\/div>\n
Seamless transition to specialist care within the same hospital if further evaluation is required<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Appointment<\/strong><\/div>\n
Reservation required (advance booking)<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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What PET Examination Helps Evaluate<\/h2>\n

\n PET imaging visualizes metabolic activity in the body.
\n When interpreted together with CT findings and clinical information,
\n PET-CT may provide additional information in selected cases.\n <\/p>\n

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\n Important note<\/strong>
\n PET examination is not a substitute for all other tests.
\n The most appropriate examination depends on symptoms, medical history, and physician assessment.\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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Who May Consider PET-CT<\/h2>\n