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PET-scan uses radioactive tracers to visualize and measure metabolic processes in the body. It is often used to diagnose cancer, prepare for epilepsy surgery, and evaluate neurological conditions like Alzheimer's, brain tumors, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, and addiction disorders. PET scans provide information about the brain's chemical functioning that can help identify these conditions and distinguish between similar disorders.
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