Synthesis of NanoQ, a copper-based contrast agent for high-resolution magnetic resonance imaging characterization of human thrombus

Dipanjan Pan, Shelton D. Caruthers, Angana Senpan, Ceren Yalaz, Allen J. Stacy, Grace Hu, Jon N. Marsh, Patrick J. Gaffney, Samuel A. Wickline, Gregory M. Lanza

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Abstract

A new site-targeted molecular imaging contrast agent based on a nanocolloidal suspension of lipid-encapsulated, organically soluble divalent copper has been developed. Concentrating a high payload of divalent copper ions per nanoparticle, this agent provides a high per-particle r1 relaxivity, allowing sensitive detection in T1-weighted magnetic resonance imaging when targeted to fibrin clots in vitro. The particle also exhibits a defined clearance and safety profile in vivo.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)9168-9171
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society
Volume133
Issue number24
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 22 2011
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Catalysis
  • General Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Colloid and Surface Chemistry

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