TED-Ed: Pedro Brugarolas: Why do hospitals have particle accelerators?

TED-Ed: Pedro Brugarolas: Why do hospitals have particle accelerators?

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The video explains the use of PET scans in medical diagnostics, focusing on the FDG tracer. It describes the production of fluorine-18 in a cyclotron and its application in detecting diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. The mechanism of PET scans, involving positron emission and 3D mapping, is detailed. The video also addresses the safety of PET scans, comparing radiation exposure to natural sources.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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