PET/CT Cu-64 Dotatate Scan: How to prepare and what to expect - 06/2023

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PET/CT Cu-64 Dotatate Scan: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

A Cu-64 dotatate scan is done to diagnose neuroendocrine tumors. These growths involve both the nervous system and the endocrine glands.This handout explains how to prepare for the scan, how it works, what you may feel during the scan, and how to get your results.

Author

Radiology/Imaging Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2021

Revision Date

06/2023

Print Abstract

General Subject

Cancer

Diagnostic Tests

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Endocrine Glands

Nervous System

Tumors

Languages

English

Record ID

4961