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  • Image reconstruction was achieved using 3D filtered back projection (FBP3DRP) and ordered-subsets expectation maximization (OSEM) algorithms via the STIR software.

    • Main Results:

    • The ordered-subsets expectation maximization (OSEM) algorithm preserved higher frequencies compared to FBP3DRP.
    • The plane source method demonstrated significantly lower noise levels (SD=0.0031) than the conventional line source method (SD=0.0203).
    • The novel method provides a more robust estimation of the modulation transfer function (MTF).

    Conclusions:

    • The thin-layer chromatography-based plane source is a practical and accessible tool for clinical environments.
    • This method offers a reliable approach for assessing PET image quality and can aid in scanner development.
    • The study highlights the potential of Monte Carlo simulations in advancing PET and SPECT scanner technology.