Technetium generator. (External Sample)
A lead-shielded cylinder containing molybdenum-99, which decays into technetium-99m. When the technetium is needed, sterile saline solution is injected into the top of this device, also known as a moly cow, washing some of the technetium into a waiting vial underneath. Museum's listing of this item. Location:Oak Ridge Health Physics Museum Photographed:15 April, 2009 Text Updated:15 April, 2009 Size: 12" Purity: 0%