Radioactive Decay and Interaction of Radiation with Matter -- PET Scanning Systems -- Data Acquisition and Corrections -- Image Reconstruction, Storage, and Display -- Performance Characteristics of PET Scanners -- Cyclotron and Production of PET Radionuclides -- Synthesis of PET Radiopharmaceuticals -- Regulations Governing PET Radiopharmaceuticals -- Reimbursement for PET Procedures -- Design…