RADDI 521

Physics of Nuclear Medicine Imaging

★ 3 (fi 6) (two term, 2-0-0) This course investigates the physics involved in the field of clinical nuclear medicine imaging. Discussion of basic atomic theory (Bohr model), interaction of radiation with matter, radioactive decay, and production of radionuclides will be followed with assessment of radiation detection instrumentation (geiger counters, ionization detectors, gamma cameras). PET and SPECT performance and image quality parameters will be emphasized, along with NEMA standards for QA and AT. Calculation methodology for Internal Dosimetry will be presented, followed by a discussion of radiobiology.

Prerequisite: Normally restricted to students in Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging. This course will also be offered to students, residents and fellows who have successfully completed RADDI 512 or with the consent of the Department.