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PET Imaging
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Summary
PET Imaging
, or
Positron Emission Tomography
, is a
Nuclear medicine technique
that provides
Three-dimensional images
of
Functional processes in the body
by detecting pairs of
Gamma Rays
emitted indirectly by a
Positron-emitting radiotracer
. It is widely used in oncology, neurology, and cardiology to
Diagnose and monitor diseases
by
Visualizing metabolic activity
and
Molecular Pathways
.
Concepts
Radiotracer
Gamma Rays
Metabolic Activity
Molecular Imaging
Oncology Imaging
Neurology Imaging
Cardiology Imaging
Positron Emission
Nuclear Medicine
Functional Imaging
Gamma Ray Collimator
Tracer Kinetic Modeling
Relevant Degrees
Neurology 57%
Physiotherapy and Non-Medicinal Treatments 43%
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