Positron emission tomography: applications to the study of metabolic and pathophysiologic mechanisms

Journal Article · Mon Oct 31 23:00:00 EST 1983 · Nucl. Sci. Appl.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5013318

Soussaline, F; Comar, D ^[1]

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1. CEA, 91 - Orsay (France). Service Hospitalier Frederic Joliot

The greatest interest in positron emission computerized tomography (PCT) can be understood from its unique potential to provide non-traumatic in vivo visualization and quantification of tissue concentrations of administered radiopharmaceuticals on a regional basis. This means the study of metabolic and physiologic mechanisms in man, when combined with tracers of physiologic process correct models and adequate instruments for detection, and data reconstruction. The scope of this paper is focused on a few specific points in relation with the production of short lived positron emitters and radiopharmaceuticals, the positron emitters tomographic detection system and some medical applications under development in a few clinical centers, and, in particular, at Orsay (SHFJ).

• OSTI ID: 5013318
• Journal Information: Nucl. Sci. Appl.; (United States), Journal Name: Nucl. Sci. Appl.; (United States) Vol. 1:6; ISSN NSAPD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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