Category: PET Scan Amyloid

Older Mother Experiencing Early Dementia With Adult Daughter Smiling Embracing

How accurate is a PET scan for Alzheimer’s disease?

Concerns about our memory and thinking abilities are not unusual as we grow older. However, sometimes behaviors and abilities can change in more dramatic ways that can leave you feeling frightened and confused....

January 28, 2025 – 10 min read
Woman Spending Time With Elderly Mother Who Has Early Signs Of Alzheimer's

What brain scans are used to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease?

Brain scans provide highly detailed and accurate images that allow your healthcare provider to look for changes that could confirm or rule out Alzheimer’s disease. While brain scans alone can’t confirm a diagnosis...

January 21, 2025 – 12 min read
Man Smiling Looking Into The Camera After Amyloid PET Scan

What should I expect before, during, and after an amyloid PET scan for Alzheimer’s disease?

Concerns about thinking and memory are not unusual as we grow older. While minor changes are usually not a concern, sometimes changes are more worrisome. If you are noticing changes in memory or...

December 23, 2024 – 10 min read
Older Man Smiling While In His Home

Why did my healthcare provider recommend an amyloid PET scan?

Your healthcare provider may recommend an amyloid PET scan if you or a loved one has been experiencing memory loss, confusion, or other thinking difficulties.  It can help your provider to look for...

November 21, 2024 – 10 min read
Daughter Smiling At Elderly Mother Experiencing Symptoms Of Alzheimers Disease

How does a PET scan help to diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease?

If you or a loved one has experienced changes in memory or thinking, your healthcare provider may recommend an amyloid PET scan, which in combination with other tests can help them diagnose Alzheimer’s...

November 8, 2024 – 10 min read