Fluciclovine
Fluciclovine
Fluciclovine (pronounced floo-si-ko-vine) is a synthetic amino acid analog used in medical imaging. It is primarily used in Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans to detect recurrent prostate cancer.
Etymology
The term "Fluciclovine" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes a fluorine atom (Flu-), a cyclic structure (cic-), and an amino acid structure (-ovine).
Usage
Fluciclovine is used in PET scans to help identify areas of the body where cancer cells may be present. It is particularly useful in detecting recurrent prostate cancer, as it can help identify areas where the cancer has returned or spread to other parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Amino Acid: Fluciclovine is a synthetic analog of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins.
- Prostate Cancer: This is the primary condition for which Fluciclovine is used in medical imaging.
- Positron Emission Tomography: This is the type of imaging scan in which Fluciclovine is most commonly used.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fluciclovine
- Wikipedia's article - Fluciclovine
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