Published June 1985 | Version v1
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A new procedure for the preparation of 11C-labelled methyl iodide

  • 1. Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, Heidelberg (Germany, F.R.). Inst. fuer Nuklearmedizin

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The use of diphosphorous tetraiodide for the preparation of [11C]methyl iodide from [11C]methanol has been investigated. This method offers several practical advantages over the established procedure using hydrogen iodide. [11C]Methyl iodide, produced by this new route, has been obtained in a radiochemical yield of 80-90% with a radiochemical purity of 99.5%. The specific activity of the product has been determined and was 3.4 ci/μmol. The reagent P2I4 is reusable for several preparations. (author)

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Journal Title
Int. J. Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Journal Volume
36
Journal Issue
6
Series
Int. J. Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Journal Page Range
435-438
ISSN
0020-708X