Table 1.
Commonly used single photon emitting radionuclides.
| Radionuclide | Half-life | Energy | Mode of decay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tc-99m | 6.02 h | 142 keV | IT (100%) |
| I-131 | 8.03 days | 364 keV | β − (100%) |
| I-123 | 13.22 h | 159 keV | EC (100) |
| In-111 | 2.80 days | 171, 245 keV | EC (100%) |
IT: isomeric transition, β −: beta-minus, EC: electron capture.