Radiopharmaceuticals

Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive compounds used in medical imaging and therapy. They combine a radioactive isotope with a pharmaceutical agent, allowing them to be used for diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions, particularly in the fields of nuclear medicine and oncology. ### Key Aspects of Radiopharmaceuticals: 1. **Diagnosis**: Radiopharmaceuticals are often utilized in imaging techniques such as positron emission tomography (PET) and single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).