High resolution imaging of human development: shedding light on contrast agents.
Karl JacobsDaniel DocterLotte de SmitHans A M KorfageSophie C VisserFrank LobbezooRuslan HlushchukBernadette S de BakkerPublished in: Neuroradiology (2024)
This micro-CT contrast agent review underscores the need for tailored choices based on research goals. Both Barium sulfate and Iodine-based agents showing excellent results, providing high resolution (micro) vascular content, especially in ex-vivo specimens. However, careful consideration of protocols and tissue characteristics remains imperative for optimizing the effectiveness of micro-CT imaging for the study of cranio-facial vascular development.
Keyphrases
- high resolution
- contrast enhanced
- dual energy
- computed tomography
- magnetic resonance
- image quality
- mass spectrometry
- endothelial cells
- systematic review
- randomized controlled trial
- magnetic resonance imaging
- positron emission tomography
- tandem mass spectrometry
- liquid chromatography
- fluorescence imaging
- fine needle aspiration
- pluripotent stem cells