PET-CT from Nalgonda and Suryapet
PET-CT for Patients From — Nalgonda and Suryapet
Nalgonda and Suryapet are two of the closest Telangana districts to Hyderabad. If your scan is booked at a morning tracer slot, you can travel in, complete the PET-CT, and be home the same evening — no overnight stay needed.
Medically reviewed by Dr. C. Raghavendra Reddy, Medical Oncologist, MBBS (Gold Medal) · DNB · DM (Medical Oncology, Gold Medal) · Last reviewed September 2026
- No overnight stay needed — Both districts are within comfortable same-day travel distance of Hyderabad.
- Leave early, finish early — A 6:00–6:30 am departure gives you time to reach your tracer slot without rushing.
- A few hours at the centre — From tracer injection to scan completion is usually two to three hours in total.
- Confirm what to bring — The booking team will tell you exactly what to carry when they confirm your appointment.
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Nalgonda is around 90 km from Hyderabad and Suryapet around 130 km — both well within a comfortable same-day trip. If your scan is booked for a morning tracer slot, leaving by 6:00 to 6:30 am gives you time to spare. Most patients from both districts are home by the afternoon.
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How do Nalgonda and Suryapet compare for a PET-CT trip?
| Nalgonda | Suryapet | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to Hyderabad | Around 90 km | Around 130 km |
| Typical road travel time | 1.5 to 2 hours | 2 to 2.5 hours |
| Leave by (for a morning scan) | 6:30 am | 6:00 am |
| Same-day return | Comfortable | Possible with an early start |
| Main route | NH 565 via Yadagirigutta | Hyderabad–Vijayawada highway |
What to sort out before you travel
- Confirm your slot at least 48 hours ahead and ask exactly what to bring
- Fast for the number of hours your team specifies before your tracer injection
- Carry your doctor's referral letter, previous scan reports, and a photo ID
- Bring a companion who can wait with you — the process takes a few hours
- Wear loose clothing with no metal zips, clasps, or underwired garments
- Add 30 minutes to your planned departure to allow for traffic or parking
- Pack water and a small snack for the return journey — you can eat after the scan
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 the same-day trip genuinely manageable from your district?
Yes — and for Nalgonda and Suryapet patients, more comfortably than from many other districts. The road is well-used and morning traffic out of Hyderabad is lighter than the afternoon, which works in your favour.
The scan itself takes longer than most people expect. From the time the tracer is injected to the time the images are taken, you will be at the centre for roughly two to three hours. Factor that into your day and you will find the schedule is not as tight as it sounds.
If anything delays you on the road, call the imaging centre before you arrive, not on arrival. Tracer timing is fixed once the injection begins, and the team needs early notice if you are running late.
Did you know?
A PET-CT scan uses a small quantity of radioactive tracer that the body clears naturally within a few hours. No sedation is used and no overnight stay is needed.
For patients travelling from Nalgonda or Suryapet, this means the journey, the scan, and the return home all fit inside a single day.
Source: AERB patient guidance on nuclear medicine procedures
CION does PET-CT in Hyderabad from Rs 10,499 — among the lowest published prices in the city — including an oncologist-reviewed report and a free Rs 950 consultation. Indicative price, as of September 2026.
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How long should I plan for the whole trip from Nalgonda?
Plan for a full day — roughly five to seven hours from leaving home to returning. The journey each way takes about one and a half to two hours from Nalgonda. At the centre you will be asked to arrive ahead of your tracer injection, and the scan takes about two hours after that. Most patients from Nalgonda who leave before 7 am are back home by early afternoon.
Can I eat before coming for my PET-CT?
You will be asked to fast for a set number of hours before your tracer injection. Your booking team will tell you exactly how long when they confirm your appointment — do not rely on a general number because it can vary by scan type. Drink plain water unless told otherwise. Avoid juice, tea, coffee, and sugary drinks, as these affect how the tracer behaves in the body.
What time does the imaging centre open for morning slots?
Morning tracer slots start early, and your exact arrival time will be confirmed when you book. Do not assume a time — ask for it specifically, because arriving even 15 minutes late after a tracer has been prepared can affect your appointment. For patients coming from Suryapet, confirming this time a day before lets you plan a realistic departure and avoid the uncertainty on the day.
Do I need a referral from a CION oncologist, or can I come directly?
You can approach CION directly to begin the process. Your oncologist or treating doctor — whether at CION or elsewhere — will provide a referral as part of your care plan. Bring that referral letter along with any previous biopsy reports, discharge summaries, or imaging you have. The booking team will tell you exactly what is needed for your specific scan type.
Will I get my PET-CT report the same day?
The report is not usually ready the same day. A nuclear medicine specialist reviews and signs off the images after the scan, and this typically takes one to two working days. You do not need to wait at the centre for it. Your team will access the report once it is ready and discuss it with you at your next appointment or over the phone.
Is it safe to drive home myself after a PET-CT?
Yes. PET-CT does not use sedation, so you are fully alert and safe to drive after the scan. The tracer continues to clear from your body for a few hours, and your team will give you brief standard advice — routine for nuclear medicine — about keeping a little distance from young children and pregnant women during that time. Most patients from Nalgonda and Suryapet drive themselves home without any difficulty.