Preparation and characterization of dextran-covered Fe34 nanoparticles for magnetic particle imaging

Kerstin Lüdtke-Buzug*, Sven Biederer, Timo Sattel, Tobias Knopp, Thorsten M. Buzug

*Corresponding author for this work

Abstract

Magnetic particle imaging (MPI) is a recently proposed method for the visualization of the spatial distribution of iron-oxide nanoparticles. The principle is based on the superparamagnetic nature of Fe3O 4 particles (SPIOs). Iron-oxide particles covered with dextran and derivates are widely used as contrast agents in MRI imaging. However, besides the spatial bio-distribution the image quality of the magnetic-particle imaging concept is determined by the particle diameter as well. Moreover, it is the particle size distribution that affects the measured magnetization response within MPI. Therefore, the spectral analysis of the synthesized nanoparticles is an essential assay step for particle validation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication4th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering
EditorsJos Vander Sloten, Pascal Verdonck, Marc Nyssen, Jens Haueisen
Number of pages4
Volume22
PublisherSpringer Berlin Heidelberg
Publication date2008
Pages2343-2346
ISBN (Print)978-3-540-89207-6
ISBN (Electronic)978-3-540-89208-3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Event4th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering - Antwerp, Belgium
Duration: 23.11.200827.11.2008
Conference number: 81647

Research Areas and Centers

  • Academic Focus: Biomedical Engineering

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