Synthesis of 123I‐labelled 4‐iodo‐2, 5‐dimethoxyphenylisopropylamine
Journal of Labelled Compounds and Radiopharmaceuticals January 1, 1978 Gisela Braun, Alexander T. Shulgin, Thornton Sargent 9 citations
Imagine tracking a mind-altering substance in the body with precision. Researchers devised a rapid, efficient method to produce a radioactive version of a psychotomimetic agent. By temporarily protecting a key part of the compound, they successfully attached Iodine-123 directly. This innovative process swiftly yielded the desired tagged chemical, ready for use in under 13 hours. This advancement offers a valuable tool for understanding complex brain chemistry.