Brown Fat on a PET Scan (IMAGE)

Garvan Institute of Medical Research

Brown Fat on a PET Scan

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Brown fat is visible on a PET scan as red coloration around the collarbone. The scan detects a glucose tracer, which is visible in the most metabolically active organs.

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Garvan Institute of Medical Research

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