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Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan
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What is the primary imaging modality used in PET scans?
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Radioactive Tracers
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PET scans utilize radioactive tracers, typically a glucose analog labeled with a positron-emitting isotope, to visualize metabolic processes in the body.