Key features

• •Complete coverage of nuclear medicine eliminates the need to search for information in other sources.
• •Foundations chapters cover basic math, statistics, physics and instrumentation, computers, lab science, radiochemistry, and pharmacology, allowing you to understand how and why procedures are performed.
• •PET/CT focus with hybrid PET/CT studies provides information that is especially beneficial to working technologists.
• •Accessible writing style and approach to basic science subjects simplifies topics, first introducing fundamentals and progressing to more complex concepts.
• •Procedure boxes provide step-by-step instructions for clinical procedures and protocols, so you can perform each with confidence.
• •CT Physics and Instrumentation chapter provides the knowledge needed for clinical success by introducing CT as it is applied to PET imaging for combined PET/CT studies.
• •Key terms, chapter outlines, learning objectives, and suggested readings help you organize your study.
• •Table of Radionuclides used in nuclear medicine and PET is provided in the appendix for quick reference.
• •More than 50 practice problems in the Mathematic and Statistics chapter let you brush up on basic math skills, with answers provided in the back of the book.
• •12-page, full-color insert includes clear PET/CT scans showing realistic scans found in practice.
• •A glossary provides definitions of key terms and important concepts.
• •UPDATED content reflects the latest advances and provides the information you need to pass the boards.
• •NEW information on conducting research and managing clinical trials prepares you more fully for clinical success.
• •New information on administrative procedures includes coverage of coding and reimbursement.
• •NEW practice tests on the Evolve companion website help you apply your knowledge.
• •NEW! A second color in the design highlights the most important material for easier study and understanding.