1H chemical shift magnetic resonance imaging probes with high sensitivity for multiplex imaging

Contrast Media Mol Imaging. 2012 Mar-Apr;7(2):276-9. doi: 10.1002/cmmi.490.

Abstract

Proton-based chemical shift imaging probes were encapsulated inside nano-carriers to increase the sensivitity of the reporters. Co-encapsulation with a relaxation agent results in improved sensitivity and suppresses background signals. Simultaneous imaging of different chemical shift reporters allows multiplexed detection.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Liposomes / chemistry
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods*
  • Molecular Probes*
  • Protons
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio
  • Suspensions
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Liposomes
  • Molecular Probes
  • Protons
  • Suspensions