Which Technique Uses a Harmless Form of Radioactive Glucose to Measure

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which technique uses a harmless form of radioactive glucose to measure brain activity, including metabolism, blood flow, and neurotransmitter activity?

• A)Computerized axial tomography (CAT) scans
• B)Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
• C)Positron emission tomography (PET) scans
• D)Electroencephalogram (EEG)

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