Revised/Updated Fall 2020 to include more information on non-FDG PET/CT radiopharmaceuticals and updated information on oncology, inflammation, cardiology, neurology, pediatric and radiation therapy clinical applications.
Prior knowledge of CT instrumentation, acquisition and reconstruction are assumed. If not, it is highly recommended that candidates complete CT Imaging 1 before registering for this course.
This course provides the technologist with a comprehensive insight into the use of PET/CT. Instrumentation, acquisition, reconstruction and quality control of PET systems are explored. Other aspects of PET/CT covered include radionuclide production, radiopharmaceutical synthesis and radiation safety measures. The course concludes with clinical applications of PET/CT including normal, and abnormal findings for 18F-FDG for a broad range of indications.