CHICAGO, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have developed an imaging agent that could help refine assessments of kidney health, potentially salvaging some otherwise discarded kidneys.
To assess whether RadioCF, the imaging agent, can be used to estimate nephron number in living animals, the researchers injected healthy mice with the compound. For comparison, they also injected mice carrying a mutation that reduced their nephron density by about a third.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Limited time offer:
Just RM5 per month.
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!