Which of the following is the primary benefit of SPECT over PET?
A) SPECT is a non-invasive neuroimaging technique, while PET is invasive.
B) SPECT offers the benefit of using radioactive tracers that are easier to obtain than PET.
C) SPECT allows the monitoring of actual brain activity, while PET does not.
D) SPECT offers the monitoring of brain oxygen changes, while PET does not.

Question

Which of the following is the primary benefit of SPECT over PET?
A) SPECT is a non-invasive neuroimaging technique, while PET is invasive.
B) SPECT offers the benefit of using radioactive tracers that are easier to obtain than PET. 
C) SPECT allows the monitoring of actual brain activity, while PET does not.
D) SPECT offers the monitoring of brain oxygen changes, while PET does not.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

SPECT uses radioactive tracers that are generally more readily available and less expensive than those used in PET, making it more accessible in some settings.

Which of the Following Is the Primary Benefit of SPECT