Question

Mention two uses of isotopes in the field of medicine?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The two uses of isotopes in the field of medicine are:

1. Isotopes of iodine are used to treat goitre.

2. Isotopes of cobalt is used to treat cancer.

Answer 2

Uses of isotopes in field of medicine

Explanation:

• Isotopes have various uses in field of medicine.
• Radioisotopes are used for treatment of cance such as cobalt-60
• Radioisotopes are used for nuclear cardiology and tumor detection.
• It is used for diagnostic purposes as well as research of metabolic process.
• Used to study bone formation and metabolism.
• Isotope of iodine is used in the treatment of goitre.