The use of HEPES-buffer in the production of gallium-68 radiopharmaceuticals – time to reconsider strict pharmacopoeial limits?
Abstract HEPES (4-(2-hydroxyethyl) piperazine-1-ethanesulfonic acid) is a buffer that is used in the radiolabelling of gallium-68 compounds. The beneficial effects of HEPES on molar activity in bioconjugates have been well described. Current strict regulations on the HEPES content in radiopharmaceut...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2021-04-01
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Series: | EJNMMI Radiopharmacy and Chemistry |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s41181-021-00129-w |