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Could you explain what is a nuclear medicine technologist?
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Well trained: Nuclear technologist is specially trained in usage of radioisotopes for detection of function of various organs of body, bones, liver.Spleen, lungs, heart, thyroid, gb, etc. And pet.Technologists very well trained in radiation safety, administering proper dose of isotope, and usage of equipment for nuclear need an associate’s degree in nuclear medicine technology, usually licensed in state and boarded.
Answered 12/28/2013
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Technologist...: Nuclear medicine technologists prepare and administer radiotracers for diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures. They position patients correctly to obtain the appropriate images and help with image processing and other tasks.
Answered 12/29/2013
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