A proposed γ camera

ISOTOPES which emit γ rays are used for clinical diagnosis. This has led to the development of image forming systems which are based on detectors placed in the proximity of a radiating source, allowing abnormalities such as tumours and gross lesions to be detected.

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Published in:Nature (London) 1974-09, Vol.251 (5471), p.132-134
Main Authors: TODD, R. W, NIGHTINGALE, J. M, EVERETT, D. B
Format: Article
Language:English
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Humanities and Social Sciences
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Summary:ISOTOPES which emit γ rays are used for clinical diagnosis. This has led to the development of image forming systems which are based on detectors placed in the proximity of a radiating source, allowing abnormalities such as tumours and gross lesions to be detected.
ISSN:0028-0836
1476-4687
DOI:10.1038/251132a0