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Research, Technology, Methods > methodology > analytical methods > tomography > positron-emission tomography
Preferred Term:

positron-emission tomography

Definition:
An imaging technique using compounds labelled with short-lived positron-emitting radionuclides (such as carbon-11, nitrogen-13, oxygen-15 and fluorine-18) to measure cell metabolism. It has been useful in study of soft tissues such as cancer; cardiovascular system; and brain.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
tomography
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • PET (positron-emission tomography)
  • positron emission tomography
  • PET scan
  • PET imaging
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/146566
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