Fludeoxyglucose (18F)

Generic Name
Fludeoxyglucose (18F)
Brand Names
-
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C6H11FO5
CAS Number
63503-12-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
0Z5B2CJX4D
Background

Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection is a positron emitting radiopharmaceutical containing no-carrier added radioactive 2-deoxy-2-[18F]fluoro-D-g1ucose, which is used for diagnostic purposes in conjunction with Positron Emission Tomography (PET). It is administered by intravenous injection.

Indication

The uptake of 18F-FDG by tissues is a marker for the tissue uptake of glucose, which in turn is closely correlated with certain types of tissue metabolism.
...

Associated Conditions
Cancer, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Epileptic seizure, Left Ventricular Dysfunction
Associated Therapies
-
© Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved by MedPath