Nuclear Medicine combines anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and patient care,
making it a multi-professional discipline. It plays a critical role in
modern medical imaging and treatment by helping diagnose diseases, guide
therapy, and monitor health conditions.
Areas of Nuclear Medicine
Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear Medicine Therapy
PET/CT
Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine
Diagnostic nuclear medicine uses small, safe amounts of radioactive material
and a specialized camera to evaluate the function of organs, tissues,
and bones. This allows clinicians to diagnose complex diseases, including
various cancers.
Key Points:
Radioactive materials may be injected or given orally
They are
not dyes or medicines and have
no side effects
Radiation exposure is typically
very low
Nuclear Medicine Therapy
Nuclear Medicine Therapy uses radioactive drugs injected into the bloodstream
to target and destroy cancer cells.
Effective for treating:
Neuroendocrine tumors
Prostate cancer
Thyroid cancer
Lymphoma
Most treatments involve a series of outpatient injections—no hospital
stay required.
PET/CT
PET/CT combines Positron Emission Tomography with Computed Tomography to
evaluate both the structure and metabolic function of the body using small
amounts of radioactive material injected into a vein.
Used to:
Detect cancer and determine its spread
Assess response to treatment
Evaluate cardiac conditions
Diagnose neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and seizure disorders
For additional information concerning exams, procedures, terminology and
what to expect:
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for your test in order to achieve the most accurate results.
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