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Radiocontrast agents

What are Radiocontrast agents?

Radiocontrast agents are substances such as iodine or barium compounds, administered to a patient using imaging technology, to increase the contrast of an image.

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Types of Radiocontrast agents

Please refer to the drug classes listed below for further information.

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