Development of a Novel Approach for Imaging Inhaled Particulates
EMSL Project ID
10603a
Abstract
The specific aim of this project is to develop novel Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging methods for quantifying the location and amount of inhaled particles deposited in the respiratory tract of a live rat. Unlike conventional dosimetry techniques that employ short-lived, radio labeled tracer particles – the methods described here are completely benign, promise higher spatial resolution, lower detection thresholds, and are potentially better suited for measuring particle clearance since they employ magnetic tracer particles that remain stable over time.
Project Details
Project type
Capability Research
Start Date
2005-11-22
End Date
2006-04-11
Status
Closed
Released Data Link
Team
Principal Investigator