NMED 472 Molecular Imaging Instrumentation

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of molecular imaging radiation detection instrumentation and gamma spectroscopy. The design, operation, and quality control of gas-filled and scintillation instruments are covered. Detailed discussion of the components of a planar gamma camera system and dedicated computer, both hardware and software, is included.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Enrollment in the NMI program

Corequisite

NMED 406, NMED 416, NMED 416L, NMED 425, NMED 435, NMED 435L, NMED 445, NMED 445L, NMED 455, NMED 455L, NMED 462, NMED 465, NMED 465L, NMED 472L, NMED 475, and NMED 477