Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation 2nd Edition By Jennifer Prekeges
Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation, 2nd Edition by Jennifer Prekeges is a comprehensive textbook specifically designed for nuclear medicine technology students and professionals. Published by Jones & Bartlett Learning in 2012, this revised edition focuses on the operational principles and practical quality control of essential nuclear medicine equipment. Product SpecificationsAccording to Jones & Bartlett Learning and major retailers like Amazon, the technical details for the 2nd Edition are as follows:
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1449652883 |
| ISBN-10 | 1449652883 |
| Print Length | 376 pages |
| Publication Date | August 27, 2012 |
| Dimensions | 8.25 x 1 x 10.75 inches |
| Weight | Approximately 2 pounds (907 g) |
Key Features and Content:
The text is structured into four main parts, covering everything from small radiation detectors to complex imaging systems:
- Small Instruments: Gas-filled detectors (Geiger counters), scintillation detectors, and semiconductor detectors.
- The Gamma Camera: Comprehensive coverage of its components and operation.
- SPECT & PET: Dedicated sections for Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography and Positron Emission Tomography.
- New Additions: The 2nd edition includes a new chapter on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) application in nuclear medicine and a new appendix on Laboratory Accreditation.
- Learning Aids: Includes sample calculations, chapter summaries, key terms, and an interactive CD-ROM in print versions for board exam preparation.
Expert and User Reviews:
The book is highly regarded for its accessibility to beginners in the field.
- Doody’s Book Review gave the text a score of 95 (4 Stars), noting it as the first text to cover these instruments at a technologist's level.
- Student Reviewers on Amazon praise Prekeges for explaining complex concepts "simply and clearly" without "superfluous fluff," making it a vital resource for board exams and professional practice.