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pet scan
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positron emission tomographyUsage: i have to go for a pet scan tomorrow.
(Noun) A scan taken by a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanning device. A small amount of radioactive glucose (sugar) is injected into a vein, and the scanner makes a detailed, computerized pictures of areas inside the body where the glucose is used. PET scans are often used to detect the presence of cancer.
Usage: She will have a PET scan done next Tuesday.
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