Functional brain scans—now available on-site with our ultra-compact, state-of-the-art Positrigo NeuroLF PET scanner.
What is PET Brain Imaging?
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) maps metabolic activity in the brain by tracing a minute dose of radiolabeled glucose or amyloid-binding agent. Areas that consume more—or less—energy light up on the scan, giving neurologists precise insight into disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, brain tumors, and movement disorders. By visualising function rather than structure, PET can reveal disease years before changes appear on CT or MRI.
Our Technology: Positrigo NeuroLF
We have invested in the NeuroLF system—an award-winning, FDA-cleared dedicated brain PET scanner. The device is:
- Ultra-compact: fits in a 10 × 10 ft room, with minimal shielding or construction requirements.
- Patient-centric: seated scanning position and quick acquisition times improve comfort and reduce motion artifacts.
- Workflow-friendly: intuitive interface integrates seamlessly with existing imaging and PACS systems.
- Cost-efficient: lower operating costs make advanced neuro-imaging accessible in an outpatient setting.
The system received FDA 510(k) clearance in July 2024, underscoring its safety and clinical effectiveness.
Who Benefits from NeuroLF PET Scanning?
- Early evaluation of cognitive decline / Alzheimer’s & other dementias
- Pre-surgical mapping for epilepsy and seizure disorders
- Monitoring response to emerging disease-modifying therapies
IAC-Accredited Quality & Safety
Our facility is now fully accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC)
for Nuclear/PET imaging, effective November 2025. This national accreditation
demonstrates our commitment to the highest standards of patient care, radiation safety, equipment
performance, and interpretive excellence. Patients can trust that every scan performed at
The Neuron Clinic meets or exceeds rigorous IAC quality and safety benchmarks.
What to Expect on Scan Day
- Preparation: patients receiving FDG radiotracer must fast for 6 hours prior to their scan; specific tracer instructions will be provided to each patient.
- Injection & Uptake: a small amount of tracer is injected and allowed to uptake, while you relax in a comfortable chair for 46–60 minutes prior to scanning.
- PET Scan: you will recline on the PET scan seat, while the NeuroLF captures high-resolution images in 10–20 minutes.
- Post-scan: you may resume normal activities immediately; images are interpreted by a radiologist, and results are reviewed by our neurologist and discussed at your follow-up visit.
Radiotracer doses are low and side-effects are rare. Please inform the technologist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Board-Certified Neuroradiology
All PET scans are read and interpreted by board-certified radiologists or nuclear medicine physicians, in partnership with American Molecular Imaging. Radiologists interpret the scanned images and send a report to your referring doctor, who will then advise you on the results.
