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Safer MRI Contrast Thanks to Nanotechnology

Filed in archive Medical by Dr. Joseph Kim on August 20, 2008

Have you ever needed an MRI? Traditionally, gadolinium or GAD is used as a contrast agent during an MRI. This is quite different from the iodine-based contrast agents used for CT scans (or CAT scans). CT uses radiation while MRI uses magnetic technology. Researchers have developed a self-assembled, manganeselinks(III)-labeled nanobialys, a toroidal-shaped MR theranostic nanoparticle. This new contrast material may be safer for patients who need an MRI. Wouldn't it be great if we could have medical imaging without worrying about the risks associated with contrast agents? Source: The American Chemical Society






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