Diagnostic Services

11C-Pittsburgh Compound-B (PiB) PET/CT Scan

An 11C-Pittsburgh Compound-B (PiB) PET/CT Scan is a specialized nuclear medicine imaging test used to detect amyloid plaques in the brain, which are associated with Alzheimer's disease. It involves injecting a radiotracer called 11C-PiB into the bloodstream. This tracer binds to amyloid plaques, allowing their visualization. A PET scanner detects the gamma rays emitted by the tracer, while a CT scanner provides detailed anatomical images. This combined imaging technique helps in the early diagnosis, assessment of disease progression, and evaluation of treatment efficacy in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions.