Production and quality control of [۱۸F]-FDG in Iran [Persian]

The use of [۱۸F]-۲-FDG has been increasing in recent years. This agent was originally used for evaluation of CNS glucose uptake and pathologic conditions by positron emission tomography (PET). In view of increasing demand for this agent, its production has been started at cyclotron dept., Nuclear research center for agriculture & Medicine-Karaj Iran (NRCAM). In this paper, [۱۸F]-FDG synthesis, quality control and other technical aspects are discussed.