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What is a disadvantage of using a tracer with a very short half-life?

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Radionuclide imaging and therapy

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What is a disadvantage of using a tracer with a very short half-life?.

  1. A.It may not provide enough time for imaging
  2. B.It is always more expensive
  3. C.It emits too much radiation
  4. D.It is difficult to detect

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  • It may not provide enough time for imaging

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A tracer with a very short half-life may decay too quickly, potentially not providing sufficient time for imaging, which can hinder diagnosis.

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