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Silicone generally does not show up on a PET scan because it is not metabolically active and does not have a significant impact on the body's glucose metabolism, which the scan detects. PET scans are primarily used to identify areas of increased metabolic activity, often related to cancer or inflammation. However, silicone implants might be visible on other imaging modalities, such as MRI or CT scans, due to their distinct density and structure.

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