[18 F]FDG, as a glucose analog, is taken up by high-glucose-using cells such as brain, brown adipocytes, kidney, and cancer cells, where phosphorylation prevents the glucose from being …

Jan 13, 2021 · FDG stands for Fluorodeoxyglucose, a radioactive glucose compound used extensively in PET scanning. FDG is a glucose analog that is tagged with a radioactive tracer. This combination …

FDG, or Fluorodeoxyglucose F 18, is a radioactive tracer. It is a molecule that closely resembles regular glucose, the body’s primary sugar source. Cells readily take up glucose for energy, and FDG mimics …

From the basics of nuclear medicine imaging to what FDG uptake and other common PET terms mean, Dr. Sheikh shares valuable tips for patients so that they can get the most out of their FDG PET scan.

Dec 19, 2025 · This information will help you get ready for your positron emission tomography (PET) computed tomography (CT) scan with FDG tracer at MSK.

Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection (fdg) is a positron emitting radiopharmaceutical used for diagnostic imaging purposes in conjunction with Positron Emission Tomography (PET). It is also used to help …

Aug 28, 2023 · Fludeoxyglucose F18 (FDG) is a positron-emitting radiotracer used with positron emission tomography (PET) to diagnose and monitor various conditions. Standard imaging …

Apr 1, 2025 · Fludeoxyglucose F 18 belongs to the group of medicines called radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive agents). This medicine will be used only by or under the direct supervision of your …

Nov 21, 2025 · F-18 fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) is the most common PET radiotracer. The radiopharmaceutical consists of the fluorine-18 radionuclide substituting the hydroxyl group at the C …

18 F-FDG is a modified glucose molecule containing the radioactive isotope Fluorine-18, with a half-life of approximately 110 minutes. This relatively short half-life makes it ideal for PET imaging since it …