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Technetium-99m labeled radiodiagnostic agents for liver and bone marrow scanning and method of preparation

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5276624
An improved technetium-99m labeled colloid and method of preparation comprising reducing technetium-99m with stannous oxalate and stabilizing with sodium phytate are described. This radiodiagnostic agent is useful in the scintigraphic examination of the reticuloendothelial system, particularly the liver. In addition, by autoclaving this product with saline, it becomes a superior bone marrow scanning agent.
Assignee:
Union Carbide Corp.
Patent Number(s):
US 4042676
OSTI ID:
5276624
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English