Description

Technetium Tc 99M O(4) is a diagnostic radiopharmaceutical agent, a crucial component in modern nuclear medicine. Its primary value lies in its use as a precursor for the preparation of various Tc-99m labeled compounds essential for single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging. This product is vital for hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, and radiopharmaceutical manufacturers globally, enabling non-invasive visualization of organ function and disease states.

Application

• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: Primary starting material for the synthesis of various Tc-99m based diagnostic imaging agents.
• Myocardial Perfusion Imaging (MPI): Used in the preparation of sestamibi (MIBI) or tetrofosmin for assessing blood flow to the heart muscle.
• Bone Scintigraphy: Key reagent for synthesizing bone-seeking agents like methylene diphosphonate (MDP) to detect bone metastases, fractures, and infections.
• Renal Imaging: Essential for producing compounds like MAG3 for evaluating kidney function and drainage.
• Brain Perfusion Imaging: Used in the preparation of agents such as HMPAO or ECD to assess cerebral blood flow.
• Tumor Localization: Serves as a precursor for tumor-specific imaging agents in oncology.
• Research & Development: Critical material for developing new Tc-99m labeled radiopharmaceuticals in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Technetium Tc 99M O(4)
CAS No.	23288-61-1
Molecular Formula	O4Tc
Molecular Weight	163.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Pertechnetate Ion (Tc-99m); Sodium Pertechnetate Tc-99m; Technetium-99m Pertechnetate; [99mTc]TcO4-; Technetium (99mTc) Sodium Pertechnetate; Generator Eluate; Tc-99m O4; USP Technetium Tc 99m Sodium Pertechnetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Technetium Tc 99M O(4) is manufactured and controlled under strict quality systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for radiochemical purity, radionuclidic purity, pH, and aluminum ion content, aligning with major pharmacopoeial standards such as USP and Ph. Eur.. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all release parameters, including sterility and apyrogenicity test results where applicable, are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at room temperature (15-25°C) in a designated, shielded radiopharmacy area. Follow all applicable radiation safety protocols. Use immediately after preparation as per the validated kit instructions due to radioactive decay.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless solution
Identification (γ-ray spectrometry)	Complies
Radionuclidic Purity (Tc-99m)	≥ 99.9%
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC/TLC)	≥ 95.0%
pH	4.0 - 7.0
Aluminum Ion Content	≤ 10 µg/mL
Sterility (for sterile grades)	Sterile
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 175 EU/V (as per USP)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.