This chapter will teach you about the production, decay, and generation of radionuclides. Additional detail is provided for specific radionuclides and radiopharmaceuticals used for imaging. This chapter also covers radiopharmacy quality control, and radionuclides used for therapy. 

This activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. ARRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat a self-learning activity for credit if it was reported in the same biennium.

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 2 – Instrumentation and Quality Control

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 3 – Central Nervous System

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 4 – Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Salivary Glands

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 5 – Cardiovascular System

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 6 – Respiratory System

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 7 – Gastrointestinal Tract

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 8 – Skeletal System

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 9 – Genitourinary System and Adrenal Glands

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 10 – Non-PET Neoplasm Imaging and Radioimmunotherapy

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 11 – Hybrid PET/CT Neoplasm Imaging

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 12 – Inflammation and Infection Imaging

Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Chapter 13 – Authorized User and Radioisotope Safety Issues

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