Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Use of Radionuclides

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the use of radionuclides for diagnostic purposes is NOT correct?

• A)The half-life of the radionuclide should be as long as possible in order to maximize detection.
• B)The radionuclide should be a moderate-energy g emitter.
• C)The radionuclide should accumulate in the tissue or organ under study.
• D)Trace amounts of the radionuclide are used along with much larger amounts of the stable isotope.
• E)Different isotopes are used for different applications.

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