Author(s)

S. L. Pimlott

ISBN

0217-751X

Publication year

2014

Periodical

International Journal of Modern Physics A

Periodical Number

14

Volume

29

Pages

Author Address

Pimlott, SL Univ Glasgow, West Scotland Radionuclide Dispensary, Glasgow G11 6NT, Lanark, Scotland Univ Glasgow, West Scotland Radionuclide Dispensary, Glasgow G11 6NT, Lanark, Scotland Greater Glasgow & Clyde NHS Trust, Glasgow G11 6NT, Lanark, Scotland

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Radioisotopes are crucial in medical imaging for the diagnosis and monitoring of disease. The current status of radioisotope production is outlined and examples of their use are provided.