Which of the following radioisotopes is used in PET scans?

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F-18 (Fluorine-18) is the most commonly used radioisotope in PET (positron emission tomography) scans. When attached to a biologically important molecule, like glucose or amino acids, F-18 emits positrons that interact with electrons in surrounding tissue producing gamma rays that can be detected and used to create an image of the metabolic activity of tissues in the body.

Which of the Following Radioisotopes Is Used in PET Scans