What can an infiltrated dose in PET lead to?

An infiltrated dose in PET can lead to lowered count statistics because when the radiopharmaceutical is not administered into the bloodstream properly, the distribution may be altered. This improper distribution results in less radioactivity being available in the target area, leading to a reduced number of detected events or counts.

Count statistics are crucial in PET imaging because they directly impact the quality and reliability of the images produced. A lower count statistic means that there may not be enough data to generate clear images, which can result in poor image quality and less accurate diagnostic information.

In contrast, the other options, such as increased detection rate, reproducible results, and standardized imaging, would typically rely on an appropriate administration of the radiopharmaceutical and accurate data collection. Therefore, having a proper infiltration of the radiopharmaceutical is essential to maintain the integrity of PET imaging and ensure that diagnostic objectives are met effectively.