medical specialist evaluation nuclear medicine specialist evaluation 2020-07-08T17:46:13Z These labeled tracers are most often used to produce images that provide information about organ function, as well as cellular function on a molecular level (molecular imaging). Molecular imaging can be combined with anatomical imaging by using specialized cameras. The most common diagnostic applications of Nuclear Medicine include the early detection of coronary artery disease, cancer diagnosis and staging and the evaluation of the effect of cancer treatment. The fusion of molecular and anatomical information increases diagnostic accuracy and changes medical management. Radioactive materials are also used to treat a variety of health problems, including thyroid disorders and cancer. An evaluation by a specialist that uses molecular tracers (usually labeled with radioactive atoms) for diagnosis and therapy. consultation with nuclear medicine specialist nuclear medicine specialist consultation referral to nuclear medicine specialist