19-Iodocholesterol
19-Iodocholesterol
19-Iodocholesterol (pronunciation: 19-eye-oh-ko-les-ter-ol) is a radioactive iodine compound used in medical imaging and diagnostic procedures.
Etymology
The term "19-Iodocholesterol" is derived from its chemical structure. The prefix "19-Iodo" refers to the presence of an iodine atom at the 19th carbon of the cholesterol molecule.
Definition
19-Iodocholesterol is a type of radiopharmaceutical used in nuclear medicine. It is a compound in which one of the carbon atoms in the cholesterol molecule is replaced by an iodine atom. This iodine atom can be made radioactive, allowing the compound to be used in medical imaging.
Usage
19-Iodocholesterol is primarily used in the diagnosis of adrenal gland disorders. It is used in a test known as an adrenal scan, which can help to identify tumors or other abnormalities in the adrenal glands. The compound is injected into the patient's bloodstream and is taken up by the adrenal glands. The radioactive iodine in the compound allows the glands to be visualized using a special camera.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 19-Iodocholesterol
- Wikipedia's article - 19-Iodocholesterol
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