SCINTILLATION CAMERA FOR MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS

Duration: 10 min

Year Published: 1964

Creator: Atomic Energy Commission

Color: Color

Sound: Optical sound

Description: Explains the diagnostic purpose of the scintillation camera in locating gamma-emitting isotopes within the human body. Uses animation to describe the equipment of the camera and its use in studying thyroid and kidney disorders. Describes a modified camera apparatus with position emitting isotopes that can be used in the diagnosis of brain tumors.