Nuclear medicine is also known as Nucleology is a special branch in medical specialty that harbors the use of radioactive pharmaceuticals or medicines in order to diagnose anomalies of the human body as well as functions in the treatment of the pathologies or abnormalities detected. This special branch under radiology combines usage of physics of nuclear, medicine, technology of computer and chemistry in order to produce valuable evaluation about the anatomy and physiological function of organs and tissues.
In Ganesh Paramedical College, we provide training opportunity and facility under Nuclear Medicine in courtesy of the course program, Bachelor of Science in Radiology and Imaging Technology. The nuclear medicine branch duty starts in the beginning of the final year of BRIT course. The duration of the course program is total 3 years inclusive of academics and training.
In this very blog a discussion of comparison in the imaging modality under nuclear medicine specifically gamma camera and PET scan shall be briefly covered. Before getting into that, display of images of the nuclear medicine imaging modalities available that are present are Ganesh Paramedical College are showcased here, which is all the more reason as to why you can trust our organization for a fulfilling career. Here, at Ganesh Paramedical College we focus entirely in providing the best academics and training facility that will enhance and improve towards a successful future.
Both the modalities, gamma camera and PET scan come under imaging techniques of nuclear medicine but there are different principles and purposes involved.
Is nuclear medicine scan safe?
Yes, nuclear medicine scan is a safe procedure.
Is nuclear medicine scan similar to diagnostic x-ray in terms of radiation?
Yes, NM scan are indeed similar to diagnostic x-rays in terms of radiation because the medicine or radioactive substance used is in a very minute proportion.
How much time do nuclear medicine scan takes to complete?
NM scan can take from 30 minutes to up to 4 hours depending on the scan.
What is PET in nuclear medicine?
PET scan is usually paired with CT or MRI imaging modality to emit positrons via gamma rays as the name suggests, Positron Emission Tomography. PET measures the metabolic activity of the cancer organs or tissues.
Is MRI same as Nuclear medicine?
No, MRI uses non ionizing magnetic field to image organs or body parts whereas, Nuclear Medicine uses ionizing radiation called gamma radiation to evaluate anomalies and its functions.
The Ganesh Paramedical College not only offers top class learning at our institute, but also the best and high tech machines for your comprehensive development. The PET-CT and Nuclear Medicine departments would allow specializing in this field and serving in the one of most competitive environments ahead. We, at Ganesh Paramedical College expect a first-cum first serve basis admissions criteria. For securing your dreams and locking your future with us, contact us on our designated numbers and social media platforms at the earliest. Ganesh Paramedical College, India’s Number 1 paramedical college awaits your presence at our college soon.