Molecular imaging is an emerging field that aims to integrate patient-specific and disease-
specific molecular information with traditional anatomical imaging readouts. The information
provided by this field may ultimately allow for noninvasive or minimally invasive molecular
diagnostic capabilities, better clinical risk stratification, more optimal selection of disease
therapy, and improved assessment of treatment efficacy. In this update, we first provide an
overview of clinically relevant molecular imaging technologies and imaging agents. Next …