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Can a pet scan cause an increase in creatinine levels?
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No, but...: A PET scan will not affect the kidneys at all, but if it is combined with a CT scan, called a PET-CT, the dye used in the CT portion can affect the kidneys, causing the creatinine to increase. Discuss this with your doctor. Good luck.
Answered 10/23/2015
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No: PET scans do not cause renal failure, unless a newer injectable agent caused an adverse reaction.
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