Clinical trials
PET clinical trials
Below are recruiting pet clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 590 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02414347Recruiting
Tau PET scan study for Alzheimer’s disease
This study uses a PET brain scan with a small injected tracer to look for “tau” protein changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease. It may help researchers better understand how tau appears in people who are cognitively normal or have mild dementia.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT02649985RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PET brain scan study for several brain and mood conditions
This early-phase study uses PET and MRI brain scans to better understand brain changes in multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurological or mood conditions. The goal is to test whether these scans can show disease-related differences and guide future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT03207464RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
PET/MRI scan study for nerve inflammation in multiple sclerosis
This early-phase study uses a special PET scan and an MRI to look at nerve-related inflammation in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The goal is to see whether this scan can detect MS-related changes, which could improve how MS is studied in the future.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–60 - NCT03143374RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Brain scan study for tau in neurodegenerative diseases
This study uses a special PET/CT brain scan to look at a protein called tau in people with memory/thinking and movement disorders. The results may help researchers understand how these diseases affect the brain and improve future diagnosis or care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–100 - NCT03321045RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET scan to predict benefit from HER2-targeted breast cancer therapy
This early-phase study uses a special PET scan with a drug tagged for imaging to predict how well HER2-targeted treatments will work. It may help doctors choose the most effective therapy for HER2-positive breast cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07217704RecruitingPhase 3
New PET scan to find stomach or esophageal cancer spread
This trial tests a new PET scan drug (18F-FAPI) to see if it can better detect where stomach or esophageal cancer has spread. It may help doctors plan the right treatment for you.
Cerritos, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03241732Enrolling by invitation
PET-MRI scan study for ongoing brain injury symptoms
This trial uses special brain scans (PET and MRI) to study chronic symptoms after a past traumatic brain injury (TBI), such as memory trouble, mood changes, and headaches. It may help researchers understand what’s going on in the brain and how it relates to symptoms like anxiety or distress.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT02414178Enrolling by invitation
Tau PET brain scan for inherited Alzheimer’s disease
This study uses a special brain scan to measure “tau” buildup in people with an inherited form of Alzheimer’s. It may help researchers better understand disease changes and evaluate whether the scan can track them over time.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT00588185Recruiting
PET scans to track prostate cancer using two tracers
This trial uses special PET imaging to see where progressive prostate cancer is in the body—one tracer to look at general sugar use and one designed to detect testosterone-related activity. It may help doctors better map cancer spread so future treatment planning can be more targeted.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges Any age - NCT07398300Recruiting
How GIP and GLP-1 affect insulin and blood flow in the body
This study uses a special full-body PET scan to see how two natural hormones, GIP and GLP-1, affect how your body uses sugar and moves blood. It includes healthy volunteers and people with type 2 diabetes who are on metformin only.
CopenhagenAges 23–64 - NCT07426094RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Boosting radiation for prostate cancer in lymph nodes
This trial tests whether giving higher radiation doses to the prostate and pelvic lymph nodes is more effective than treating only the prostate. You may benefit if your prostate cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes but not to bones or other organs, and you are getting hormone therapy.
Zamość, Lublin VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07432633RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Imaging scan to detect cancer-linked protein in several tumor types
This trial tests a new PET scan tracer that targets a protein found on certain cancer cells. It may help doctors better see and understand tumors in people with colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, lobular breast, or ovarian cancer.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT07439133RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing new heart scan with standard tests for coronary disease
This trial is testing a new imaging agent called XTR004 to see if it can accurately find blockages in the heart's arteries. If you have suspected or confirmed stable coronary heart disease, this study may offer a less invasive way to diagnose your condition.
BeijingAges 18–80 - NCT07456878RecruitingPhase 1
New PET/MRI scan for hard-to-find pituitary tumors
This study tests a new type of PET/MRI scan that uses a special tracer (18F-FET) to better find small pituitary tumors that didn't show up on a standard MRI. The goal is to help guide surgery to remove the tumor.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT07458906Recruiting
DLL3-targeted PET/CT scan for neuroendocrine cancer
This trial uses a special PET/CT scan that targets a substance called DLL3, found on some cancer cells, to see if doctors can better detect or monitor neuroendocrine carcinoma. It may help you and your doctor get clearer information about your cancer.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–80 - NCT07460232RecruitingEarly Phase 1
PET scan for Cushing disease pituitary adenomas
This study uses a special PET scan (FET PET/CT) to help find tiny pituitary tumors causing Cushing disease. The goal is to improve surgery planning so the tumor can be removed successfully.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07463300Recruiting
AI Study for Lung Cancer Type and Genetics via PET/CT
This study uses an AI system that looks at your PET/CT scan images to figure out the exact type and genetic makeup of your non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to improve how doctors classify and treat your cancer without needing extra invasive tests.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07468903Recruiting
Focal radiation for prostate cancer with HDR brachytherapy
This trial tests a targeted radiation treatment called HDR brachytherapy for prostate cancer that hasn't spread. It aims to treat only the cancer spots seen on MRI, which may reduce side effects.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40 years+ - NCT07474142Recruiting
PSMA PET scan for newly diagnosed prostate cancer
This study looks at whether a special scan called PSMA PET can help predict how prostate cancer will progress. It is for people who have just been diagnosed and have not started treatment yet.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–100 - NCT07478523RecruitingPhase 2
FAPI-PET scan for initial screening of pancreatic and bile duct cancers
This trial tests a new imaging method called FAPI-PET to see if it can better detect pancreatic and bile duct cancers at an early stage. It may help doctors decide on the best treatment plan for you.
PessacAges 18 years+ - NCT07482072Recruiting
Brain blood flow and sugar study for Alzheimer's and diabetes
This study uses brain scans to see how blood flow and sugar transport work in people with both Alzheimer's disease and type 2 diabetes. It may help doctors understand how these conditions interact and find better treatments.
HerlevAges 60–90 - NCT07487883Recruiting
PET scan for lung cancer using a special tracer
This trial tests a new type of PET scan that uses a special tracer to find lung tumors. The goal is to see if this scan can better detect cancer cells, which may help doctors plan the best treatment for you.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07488117RecruitingPhase 2
PET scan to detect brain inflammation in autoimmune encephalitis
This trial uses a special PET scan (with a tracer called [18F]-DPA-714) to see if it can measure inflammation in the brain caused by autoimmune encephalitis. The goal is to see if this scan can help doctors diagnose and monitor the condition more accurately.
ToulouseAges 18–80 - NCT07488819Recruiting
Brain imaging study for people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder
This study uses a special brain scan (PET) to look at a protein called PDE4B in people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder. It may help researchers understand these conditions better.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pet?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 590 recruiting pet studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a pet trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a pet trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.