3-Iodobenzylguanidine
| Definition: |
A guanidine analog with specific affinity for tissues of the sympathetic nervous system and related tumors. The radiolabeled forms are used as antineoplastic agents and radioactive imaging agents. (Merck Index, 12th ed) MIBG serves as a neuron-blocking agent which has a strong affinity for, and retention in, the adrenal medulla and also inhibits ADP-ribosyltransferase. |
| Also Called: |
(3-Iodo-(131I)benzyl)guanidine,3-Iodobenzylguanidine, 123I Labeled,3-Iodobenzylguanidine, 125I Labeled,Iobenguane (131I) |
| CAS Number: |
77679-27-7 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Guanidines (1980-1982),Iodobenzenes (1983-1997) |
3-Iodobenzylguanidine Definitions and Terms
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