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UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center

PSMA PET/CT Imaging for Prostate Cancer
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Advanced imaging. Clearer answers. Better treatment decisions.

If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, one of the first questions you are likely to ask is:

Has the cancer spread?

The answer can have a major impact on your treatment options.

At the UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center, we offer PSMA PET/CT imaging, one of the most accurate imaging tools available for evaluating prostate cancer. By providing a clearer picture of where cancer is located, PSMA PET/CT helps physicians make more informed treatment recommendations and helps patients move forward with confidence.

Whether your scan is ordered by a UPNT physician or a physician outside our practice, our goal is the same: to provide accurate imaging, timely results, and an exceptional patient experience. A physician’s order is required for PSMA PET/CT imaging.

About us
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UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center

The UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center was created to bring advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies together in one convenient location.
Our mission is simple:

Provide access to advanced imaging technology.

Deliver timely and accurate results.

Support referring physicians with exceptional service.

Help patients make informed treatment decisions.

We proudly serve both Urology Partners of North Texas patients and patients referred by physicians throughout Texas and beyond.
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Why Is a PSMA PET/CT Scan Important?

PSMA PET/CT scans can often detect areas of prostate cancer that may not be visible with conventional CT scans or bone scans. This additional information can help your physician:
  • Determine whether prostate cancer is confined to the prostate or has spread.
  • Detect recurrent prostate cancer when the PSA begins to rise after treatment.
  • Identify small areas of disease that may not be visible with standard imaging.
  • Guide decisions about surgery, radiation therapy, or other treatments.
  • Develop a more personalized treatment plan.

What Should I Expect During the Scan?

A PSMA PET/CT scan is performed as an outpatient procedure, and most patients find the experience simple and straightforward.
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Check In

Our staff will review your information and answer any questions before the study begins.

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Tracer Injection

A small amount of the PSMA tracer is administered through an IV.
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Waiting Period

You will relax comfortably while the tracer circulates through your body for one hour.

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The Scan

You will lie on the scanning table while images are obtained. The scan itself is painless and typically takes 20-30 minutes. .
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After the Scan

Most patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately afterward.

Receiving Your Results

After your scan is completed, the images are reviewed and a detailed report is prepared.

For UPNT Patients

Your scan results become part of your overall prostate cancer care plan. Your treating physician will review the findings with you and discuss how they may affect treatment recommendations.

For Patients Referred by Other Physicians

We welcome referrals from urologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and other physicians throughout Texas and beyond.

Once your scan is complete, a detailed report is promptly sent to the physician who ordered the study. Your physician will review the results with you and discuss any recommended next steps.

Patients remain under the care of their referring physician unless an additional consultation with a UPNT prostate cancer specialist is specifically requested.

Why Is PSMA PET/CT Different?

Conventional CT and bone scans evaluate changes in anatomy or bone activity. PSMA PET/CT works differently by using a radioactive tracer that targets PSMA, a protein commonly found in high amounts on prostate cancer cells.

This can help identify small areas of suspected prostate cancer that may not be visible with conventional imaging.

PSMA PET/CT scans may help:

  • Improve the accuracy of prostate cancer staging.
  • Detect recurrence earlier after treatment.
  • Identify small lymph node or bone metastases.
  • Better guide treatment planning.
  • Provide greater confidence in treatment decisions.

Why Have Your Scan Performed at UPNT?

Choosing where to receive prostate cancer imaging is an important decision.

Patients and referring physicians choose the UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center because we provide:
  • Dedicated prostate cancer imaging.
  • Experienced physician oversight.
  • Timely reporting to referring physicians.
  • Seamless coordination with patients and referring physicians.
  • Access to one of the region's largest physician-led urology groups.
  • Advanced treatment options when additional care is needed.
Whether the scan is ordered by a UPNT physician or an outside physician, our team works to provide accurate imaging, timely results, and clear communication throughout the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Appointment-length answer?

Plan for about 90 minutes to two hours total. This includes check-in, the tracer injection, a one-hour waiting period for the tracer to circulate, and the scan itself, which typically takes 20–30 minutes.

Preparation instructions will be provided before your scan. A member of our PET/CT team will call you one to two days before your appointment to review the instructions and answer any questions.
For many patients with prostate cancer, PSMA PET/CT can detect smaller areas of suspected disease in bone and soft tissue that may not be visible on conventional CT or bone scans. Your physician will determine which imaging study is most appropriate for your individual situation.
Coverage varies by insurance plan. After we receive your physician’s order, our team will verify benefits and obtain prior authorization when required. We will contact you if any additional information is needed.
Yes. A physician’s order is required. We accept orders from urologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and other treating physicians. Once the scan is completed, a detailed report is promptly sent to the ordering physician.

How to Schedule a PSMA PET/CT Scan

A physician’s order is required for PSMA PET/CT imaging. If your physician recommends the scan, their office can send the completed order form and supporting clinical information directly to the UPNT Advanced Imaging & Therapy Center.

Once we receive the order, our team will verify insurance coverage, obtain prior authorization when required, and contact the patient to schedule the scan.

Download and complete the UPNT PSMA PET/CT Order Form. Please include the patient’s insurance cards, demographics, relevant office notes, pathology reports, and available CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, or PET imaging reports.

Fax the completed order form and supporting records to (817) 482-5474.

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