name: | Technetium99mtcApcitide |
ATC code: | V09GA07 | route: | intravenous |
n-compartments | 2 |
Technetium (99mTc) apcitide is a radiopharmaceutical agent used for imaging to detect deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the lower extremities. It binds selectively to the glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptors present on activated platelets at sites of thrombus formation. The drug is approved for clinical use as a diagnostic tool in nuclear medicine.
Pharmacokinetic estimate in adults based on available product labeling and secondary sources; parameters are for healthy volunteers.