A Simple and Efficient Method of Dissolving ¹³³Xe into Saline

Abstract

During recent years, ¹³³Xe in saline has played an important role in more clearly defining various physiologic parameters. Because of its low dose rate, relatively large quantities can be used. In the past, it has been difficult to achieve high-specific-activity ¹³³Xe in saline in the laboratory. This paper presents a method whereby high-specific-activity ¹³³Xe can be produced simply and economically.