LEARNING OUTCOMES
Development of theoretical infrastructure for the courses of Nuclear Medicine and Isotope Therapy In particular, the understanding of the operation of the systems used in nuclear medicine and the parameters involved in the imaging with radiopharmaceuticals is provided.
Students should be able to display knowledge and comprehension of the basic science topics underpinning all aspects of Nuclear Medicine. Preparation and patient support. Students will be theoretically prepared prior to practicing in the Nuclear Medicine Department in Hospitals
Students will be able to:
- Understand the systems used in the Department of nuclear medicine
- Use these systems and interpret the results of the measurements.
- Have deep understanding and develop skills in nuclear medicine systems, to provide safe and effective services. Adherence of Diagnostic Reference Levels. Compliance with the legislation
SYLLABUS
THEORY
1. The structure of the nucleus. Radioactivity. Interaction of gamma radiation and
matter.
2. Production of radioisotopes. Main isotopes used in nuclear medicine.
3. Structure of Nuclear Medicine Laboratory. Departmental Equipment. Basic structure
of measuring and imaging systems.
4. Collimators, Scintillators, photomultiplier tubes.
5. Signal processing, radioisotope spectrum.
6. Linear Scintillators. Gamma – Camera. Specific types of gamma – Camera.
7. Measuring Devices in Nuclear Medicine.
8. Image quality in nuclear medicine. Noise.
9. Tomographical techniques in nuclear medicine. SPECT and PET systems.
10. Dynamic tests. Quantitative processing of digital data. MUGA.
11. Computers in radionuclide imaging
12. Quality assurance. Radiopharmaceuticals. Pharmacokinetics.
13. Safety in Nuclear Medicine Laboratories. Radiation protection. Radioactive waste
handling, legislation.
14. Special examinations. Internal dosimetry. Departmental analysis.
15. Other nuclear radiation detectors. In vitro tests.