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Purification of X-ray contrast agent, magnetic resonance imaging agent, or radiopharmaceuticals using reverse osmosis

US5221485A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 2, 1992
Grant dateJun 22, 1993
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Expiry dateOct 2, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C237/46
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The use of reverse osmosis as an alternative or substitute method for the purification of a crude diagnostic agent. X-ray contrast agent, magnetic resonance imaging agent, or radiopharmaceuticals are purified by passing through a cross-linked reverse osmosis membrane.

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