DOTATATE PET-CT costs
DOTATATE PET-CT Cost — in Hyderabad
A DOTATATE PET-CT in Hyderabad is priced at ₹23,999 at CION partner imaging centres. This is a specialist scan for neuroendocrine tumours, and the cost reflects the tracer supply and handling involved — not just the time in the scanner.
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- ₹23,999 at partner centres — The indicative price (2026) at imaging centres coordinated through CION in Hyderabad.
- Tracer supply confirmed at booking — The Ga-68 DOTATATE tracer is ordered specifically for your slot. Your appointment is only confirmed once supply is verified.
- Higher than a standard FDG PET-CT — The tracer decays rapidly and must be prepared close to the time of use. That supply chain cost is built into the scan price.
- Insurance often does not cover it — Most standard policies in India do not list this scan. Check before booking — your oncologist's referral letter helps with pre-authorisation.
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DOTATATE PET-CT in Hyderabad is priced at ₹23,999 at CION partner imaging centres (indicative, 2026). It costs more than a standard FDG PET-CT because the Ga-68 DOTATATE tracer is a specialist compound that decays rapidly and must be ordered individually for each appointment. Most standard health insurance policies in India do not cover it automatically.
PET-CT at CION starts from Rs 10,499 — among the lowest published prices in Hyderabad, with no hidden charges. Indicative price, as of September 2026.
What does a DOTATATE PET-CT actually involve?
- DOTATATE
- A compound injected before the scan that travels to neuroendocrine tumour cells and binds to them, making those cells visible on the PET scanner.
- Ga-68 (gallium-68)
- The radioactive atom attached to DOTATATE. It decays far more rapidly than the tracers used in standard PET-CT scans, which means it must be manufactured or received and used on the same day. This just-in-time supply is the main driver of the cost difference.
- PET-CT
- Two scans acquired together. The PET component shows where the tracer has collected in the body; the CT component provides anatomical detail around those areas. Both are included in the quoted price.
- Somatostatin receptor
- A protein found on the surface of neuroendocrine tumour cells. DOTATATE seeks out this protein, which is why the scan is specific to neuroendocrine tumours and does not work the same way for most other cancer types.
- Tracer supply confirmation
- Because the tracer is prepared to order with a very short usable window, your booking is only finalised once tracer availability for your specific date and time is confirmed by the imaging centre.
Why does a DOTATATE PET-CT cost more than a standard PET-CT?
A standard FDG PET-CT uses fluorodeoxyglucose, a tracer produced in large batches and distributed to many centres across India. Ga-68 DOTATATE requires a dedicated generator or a nearby radiopharmacy, and the tracer must be prepared and delivered close to the time of your scan.
The generator lease, radiopharmacy handling, and same-day logistics of getting the tracer to the scanner within its usable window are all built into the price. The imaging equipment and the specialist report add further.
This is not a premium for a more advanced scanner. It is the real cost of a tracer that only a small number of centres in India are set up to handle.
PET-CT Partner Centres
PET-CT Scan Centres in Hyderabad
CION offers PET-CT scans through 4 trusted partner PET-CT centres across Hyderabad, so you can choose the one closest to you. Call 18002028726 and we’ll guide you to the earliest available appointment.
PET-CT Centre — Punjagutta
PET-CT Centre — Himayatnagar
PET-CT Centre — Narayanaguda
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Is DOTATATE PET-CT covered by health insurance in India?
Most standard health insurance policies in India do not list DOTATATE PET-CT as a covered procedure. Coverage varies significantly between insurers and between policy types, so contact your insurer before you book the scan.
A referral letter from your oncologist — with the clinical reason for the scan written clearly — is the document most insurers need to consider pre-authorisation. Ask your care team to provide one before you approach your insurer.
Government schemes such as Ayushman Bharat and CGHS maintain procedure lists that are updated periodically. Your oncologist's team or the hospital's medical social worker can check whether this scan is currently listed under your specific scheme.
What do families most often ask about the cost?
Is the ₹23,999 price fixed, or can it change?
The price is indicative as of 2026 and applies at CION partner imaging centres in Hyderabad. Tracer supply costs fluctuate, and the figure may differ at other centres. Confirm the current price directly with the imaging centre when you book, and ask whether the radiologist's report is included — some centres charge for it separately.
Is DOTANOC PET-CT the same price as DOTATATE?
Yes. At CION partner centres in Hyderabad, both DOTANOC and DOTATATE PET-CT are priced at ₹23,999 (indicative, 2026). The choice between them is a clinical decision made by your oncologist based on your specific tumour type and the receptor profile being assessed. The imaging centre does not substitute one for the other.
What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?
Because the tracer is ordered specifically for your appointment, cancelling close to the scan date may result in a partial or full tracer charge even if the scan does not go ahead. Ask the imaging centre about their cancellation policy before the tracer is ordered. If you need to reschedule for a medical reason, your care team can help manage the timing with the centre.
Does the price include the radiologist's report?
In most cases, yes — the quoted price covers both the scan acquisition and the written report from a nuclear medicine specialist. Confirm this when you book, because some centres charge separately for specialist interpretation. The report is what your oncologist uses to plan your next steps and is not an optional step.
Can I book the scan for the same day I travel to Hyderabad?
You can arrange travel and scanning on the same day, but your travel must be planned around the confirmed scan time — not the other way around. Walk-in bookings are not possible. The tracer is ordered in advance, and the scan must be done within a narrow window after it arrives. Book your slot first, wait for tracer supply to be confirmed, then arrange your travel around that fixed time.
A whole-body PET-CT at CION is Rs 10,499 — among the lowest published prices in Hyderabad — with a free Rs 950 oncologist consultation to talk through your report. Indicative price, as of September 2026.
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Why is a DOTATATE PET-CT so much more expensive than a normal PET scan?
The difference is the tracer. FDG, used in a standard PET-CT, is mass-produced and distributed to imaging centres across the country. Ga-68 DOTATATE requires a dedicated generator or a local radiopharmacy, decays rapidly, and must be ordered individually for each patient. The generator lease, radiopharmacy handling, and same-day logistics account for most of the cost difference — the scanner hardware itself is similar.
Will CGHS or Ayushman Bharat pay for my DOTATATE PET-CT?
These schemes maintain procedure lists that are updated periodically, and coverage for Ga-68 PET-CT scans varies. Your oncologist's team or the hospital's medical social worker can check what is currently listed under your specific scheme and help with pre-authorisation paperwork. Do not assume coverage based on what was listed a year or two ago — the lists and reimbursement rates do change, and the process differs by scheme and state.
Is ₹23,999 the total I will pay, or could there be additional charges?
₹23,999 is the indicative price at CION partner centres in Hyderabad as of 2026 and typically includes the scan and the radiologist's report. If contrast is needed for the CT component, or if a specialist nuclear medicine opinion is requested separately, there may be additional charges. Ask specifically what is and is not included before you confirm your booking so there are no surprises on the day.
Can I get a DOTATATE PET-CT without a doctor's referral?
No. This is a specialist investigation prescribed for specific clinical indications, primarily neuroendocrine tumours. The tracer is ordered on the basis of a clinical referral, and the report is written in the context of your medical history. You need a referral from your oncologist or treating specialist, who will also confirm whether this scan is the right investigation for your specific situation.
Is there a price difference between DOTATATE and DOTANOC PET-CT?
At CION partner centres in Hyderabad there is no price difference — both are priced at ₹23,999 (indicative, 2026). The choice between them is made by your oncologist on clinical grounds. If your referral specifies one over the other, that reflects which receptor profile is most relevant to your tumour biology, not a cost consideration on your part.
Should I sort out insurance before or after I book the scan?
Before. Contact your insurer first, request pre-authorisation in writing, and have your oncologist's referral letter ready. Some insurers require pre-authorisation before the scan takes place and will not reimburse a claim made afterwards without it. If you book first and then find you are not covered, you will pay out of pocket. Your oncologist's team can help write the referral in a format that supports the insurance request.