Published November 28, 1983 | Version v1
Journal article

Striatal dopamine metabolism in living monkeys examined by positron emission tomography

  • 1. McMaster University Medical Centre, Hamilton, Ontario (Canada). Dept. of Nuclear Medicine

Description

Positron emission tomography, using the dopa analogue [18F]6-fluoro-L-dopa, has been used to depict the neostriatum in living monkeys. The amount of 18F that accumulated preferentially in the striatum could be augmented by a peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor. Striatal 18F could also be discharged with reserpine. This is the first time that the regional distribution of a neurotransmitter has been demonstrated in monkeys. (Auth.)

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Journal Title
Brain Res.
Journal Volume
280
Journal Issue
1
Series
Brain Res.
Journal Page Range
169-171
ISSN
0006-8993