PYRUVIC ACID, SODIUM SALT (1-13C)

Uses

Sodium pyruvate-1-13C results in sensitivity gains th at allow disease tracking and interrogation of cellular metabolism by magnetic resonance. Intravenous administration of hyperpolarized [13C]pyruvate enables real-time detection of metabolism by magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI). It is used as a precursor in estimating many volatile organic compounds for use in studying terrestrial biosphere.