Basics of PET Imaging: Physics, Chemistry, and Regulations

By Gopal B Saha

Book Overview

Radioactive Decay and Interaction of Radiation with Matter.- PET Scanning Systems.- Data Acquisition and Corrections.- Image Reconstruction.- Storage, Display, and PACS.- Performance Characteristics of PET Scanners.- Cyclotron and Production of PET Radionuclides.- Synthesis of PET Radiopharmaceuticals.- Regulations Governing PET Radiopharmaceuticals.- Reimbursement for PET Procedures.- Design and Cost of PET Center.- Procedures for PET Studies.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1489984712
• ISBN13: 9781489984715
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 241 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"