Table 2 Our patient questionnaire that we use routinely to provide additional history that may assist PET interpretation

• When did you last eat?

• Are you diabetic? If yes, what type of diabetic medications are you taking? When did you last have them?

• Have you had any surgery, biopsies or day procedures in the last 5 years? Provide a brief list.

• Do you have any prosthetic implants or drainage bags?

• Have you had any recent infections?

• List any other previous illness.

• Do you suffer with any pain at the moment? If so where?

• Have you ever had chemotherapy? When did you last receive this treatment?

• Have you ever had radiotherapy? When did you last receive this treatment?

• Are you taking any hormone therapy?

• Are you currently takin any medicines or tablets? Please list.

• Are you or were you ever a smoker?

• For female patients, is there any possibility that you may be pregnant? When was your last menstrual period?