Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Uses

question 13

Multiple Choice

Positron emission tomography (PET) uses:

• A)magnets.
• B)radioactive isotopes.
• C)L-dopa.
• D)hydrogen atoms.

Understand the effects of toxins and drugs on neurotransmitter action.

Recognize the role of the spinal cord and brain structures in sensation and motor control.

Comprehend the process and importance of neurogenesis for learning and memory.

Understand the consequences of brain damage on language and communication.

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Definitions:

Viral

Pertaining to or caused by a virus; often used to describe infections or diseases that result from the presence of viral agents.

Inflammation

A natural process by which the body's white blood cells and substances they produce protect us from infection with foreign organisms, such as bacteria and viruses, often causing redness, heat, swelling, and pain.

Dehydration

A state that occurs when there is a significant reduction in body water, affecting normal physiological operations.

Electrolyte Imbalances

Electrolyte imbalances occur when the levels of electrolytes in your body are either too high or too low, affecting various bodily functions.