Thread: PET Scans
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Old 07-22-2005, 10:41 AM   #1
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SUV - Standard Uptake Value. It is the uptake value of FDG (in my case), which is a metabolic indicator. Generally, cancer cells have a higher metabolic rate than normal cells. PET scans identify higher metabolic rates. PET is best when used for staging your cancer.
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