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positron emission tomography

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Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging commonly uses a glucose-based radiotracer, so medications that alter glucose metabolism can change PET tracer uptake.
October 10, 2025 high temporal
Explains why metabolic-altering drugs can affect PET scan results.