In one embodiment, a method for analyzing at least one abnormality of an
object is described. The method includes obtaining a first image
containing an abnormality using a first modality, obtaining a second
image containing the abnormality using a second modality, selecting a
first region of interest located within the first image, determining an
anatomical size of the abnormality based on the first region of interest
in the first image, and determining a relative metabolic activity based
on a second region of interest within the second image.