- 2-3 hours (including preparation)
- None
- 74%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $800 – $1,500
- $1,150
- United States
- $3,000 – $6,000
- $4,500
- You save
- ~74%
- $3,350 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
Whole-body PET-CT scanning for early cancer detection and screening. Uses 18F-FDG radiotracer to detect metabolically active tumors. China has 400+ PET-CT scanners in major hospitals. Popular as part of comprehensive health checkup packages. Leading centers: Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Changhai Hospital (Shanghai), and premium health management centers.
Step by step.
Pre-Scan Preparation
6-hour fasting period, blood glucose level check to ensure optimal tracer uptake, review of medical history, and removal of metallic items.
Radiotracer Injection and Uptake Period
Intravenous injection of 18F-FDG radiotracer followed by a 60-minute quiet rest period to allow distribution and uptake in metabolically active tissues.
Whole-Body PET-CT Scan
Combined PET and CT imaging from skull base to mid-thigh, capturing both metabolic activity and anatomical detail in a single scanning session.
Radiologist Interpretation and Report Delivery
Dual-certified nuclear medicine physician and radiologist review of fused PET-CT images, with detailed report and consultation typically available same-day or next-day.
- 60-75% cost savings compared to US pricing
- Latest PET-CT equipment from Siemens, GE, and United Imaging
- Same-day or next-day results with bilingual reports
- Can combine with comprehensive health checkup package for thorough screening
- Low-dose radiation exposure (equivalent to approximately 2-3 years of background radiation)
- False positives from inflammation or infection leading to unnecessary follow-up procedures
- False negatives for slow-growing or small tumors below detection threshold
- Extremely rare allergic reaction to radiotracer
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Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.