| dtpa | <chemical> An iron chelating agent with the general properties of the edetates. Dtpa has also been used as a chelator for other metals, such as plutonium. Pharmacological action: antidotes, chelating agents, iron chelating agents. Chemical name: Glycine, N,N-bis(2-(bis(carboxymethyl)amino)ethyl)- (12 Dec 1998) |
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| gadolinium dtpa | <chemical> A complex of gadolinium with a chelating agent (diethylenetriamine penta-acetic acid (dtpa)) that is given to enhance the image in cranial and spinal mris. Pharmacological action: contrast media. (12 Dec 1998) |
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