This group is also known as NMSG or NMSQG is a sub-group of the IPEM Nuclear Medicine Special Interest Group. The group is also supported by the BNMS.
Aims of the NMSQG and Terms of Reference:
- To distribute a series of test images to UK nuclear medicine centres for computer analysis, and to collate returned results to show variability of quantitative parameters.
- To report each centre’s position within the UK distribution via Regional Co-ordinators.
- To promote local initiatives for validation of algorithms and other software utilities.
- To highlight problem areas to the Nuclear Medicine community and to suppliers of Nuclear Medicine Software.
The group can be contacted via the IPEM Office
Latest News
- An audit of OSEM implementations across various vendors has recently been published in Nuclear Medicine Communications
• A national GFR audit has recently opened (see current audits).
Current Audits
A national GFR audit is now open, and we would greatly appreciate your contribution. The aim of this audit is to understand current practice, improve consistency in GFR calculations and support quality assurance across all participating sites. By gathering data from a broad range of centres, we can build a clearer picture of national variation, identify opportunities for improvement and strengthen confidence in the methods we use locally.
If your centre is able to take part, please download the materials and submit your results by 29/04/2026. Once responses have been collated, each centre will receive anonymised benchmarking feedback to help support local service development and assurance.
If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to get in touch with laura.perry2@nhs.net
Links to previous audit data, publications and presentations can be found in the Previous Audits and Publications section.