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India Launches AI-Driven Cancer Diagnostics Facility in Gurugram

The new PET-CT scanner integrates advanced AI technology and pathology to enhance early cancer detection and treatment accessibility.

New pet-ct scan machine and pathology lab for Delhi-NCR

Overview

  • Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated a 128-slice Digital PET-CT scanner at Mahajan Imaging & Labs in Gurugram, marking a significant step in cancer diagnostics.
  • The facility combines AI-powered imaging and advanced pathology labs to provide holistic cancer diagnostics under one roof.
  • The government is expanding cancer care infrastructure with 200 Day Care Cancer Centres and full customs duty exemptions on 36 life-saving medicines.
  • Over 70% of cancer cases in India are detected at late stages, prompting calls for nationwide mass screening and public-private collaboration.
  • The Omni Legend scanner by GE HealthCare offers AI-enhanced lesion detection, 60% lower radiation exposure, and improved spatial resolution for precision oncology.