Published 1981 | Version v1
Journal article

A new method for the preparation of 68Ga-generators following proton bombardment of gallium oxide targets

  • 1. Hammersmith Hospital, London (UK). M.R.C. Cyclotron Unit

Description

A method of preparing a 68Ge/68Ga generator directly from an irradiated target of Ga2O3 is discussed, which utilises an ion exchange column containing hydrous zirconium oxide (HZO). A yield of 30-40% of 68Ga is reported with a breakthrough of 68Ge as low as one part in 105. The leakage of stable zirconium from the column may be a problem for routine clinical use and this is being investigated further. (author)

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
J. Radioanal. Chem.
Journal Volume
64
Journal Issue
1-2
Series
J. Radioanal. Chem.
Journal Page Range
267-272
ISSN
0134-0719

Conference

Title
Proceedings of the symposium on modern radiochemical practice.
Dates
29 Sep - 3 Oct 1980.
Place
York, UK.

Optional Information

Notes
10 refs.