In this procedure, special radionuclides and a sophisticated computerized scanner are used to demonstrate brain functions and assist in the diagnosis of Alzheimer disease and stroke.
A) cerebral angiography
B) brain scan
C) echoencephalography
D) PET scan

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PET scans use special radionuclides and a sophisticated computerized scanner to demonstrate brain functions and assist in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and stroke. Cerebral angiography involves the injection of a contrast material into blood vessels in the brain to produce detailed images, while echoencephalography uses ultrasound waves to create images of the brain. Brain scan is a general term that can refer to various imaging techniques, including PET scans.

In This Procedure, Special Radionuclides and a Sophisticated Computerized Scanner