Xenon Radioisotopes
| Definition: |
Unstable isotopes of xenon that decay or disintegrate emitting radiation. Xe atoms with atomic weights 121-123, 125, 127, 133, 135, 137-145 are radioactive xenon isotopes. |
| Notes: |
Xe-118-123, 125, 127, 133, 135, 137-142; NIM; /blood-csf-urine /metab permitted but not for tracer studies ( = /diag use) |
| Previously Indexed: |
Radioisotopes (1966-1974),Xenon (1966-1974) |
Xenon Radioisotopes Definitions and Terms
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