Determination of residual Kryptofix 2.2.2 levels in [18F]-labeled radiopharmaceuticals for human use

Appl Radiat Isot. 2007 Dec;65(12):1359-62. doi: 10.1016/j.apradiso.2007.04.020. Epub 2007 May 23.

Abstract

4,7,13,16,21,24-Hexaoxa-1,10-diazabicyclo[8.8.8]hexacosane (Kryptofix 2.2.2) is used in the routine preparation of [18F]-labeled tracers employed in positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. Confirming the absence of Kryptofix in radiopharmaceuticals is a quality control criterion required before they can be released for human use. Analysis of Kryptofix levels using the iodoplatinate spot-test can be complicated by false-positive results due to nitrogen containing tracers and/or false-negative results caused by added stabilizers. To overcome this issue, we have developed a universal TLC method for the rapid and reliable determination of Kryptofix levels in the wide range of fluorine-18 radiopharmaceuticals we prepare, including complex multi-component formulations.

Publication types

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

MeSH terms

  • Bridged Bicyclo Compounds, Heterocyclic / analysis*
  • Chromatography, Thin Layer / methods
  • Fluorine Radioisotopes / chemistry*
  • Fluorine Radioisotopes / isolation & purification
  • Humans
  • Indicators and Reagents / analysis
  • Positron-Emission Tomography
  • Radiopharmaceuticals / chemistry*
  • Radiopharmaceuticals / isolation & purification

Substances

  • Bridged Bicyclo Compounds, Heterocyclic
  • Fluorine Radioisotopes
  • Indicators and Reagents
  • Radiopharmaceuticals
  • cryptating agent 222