ExiTron™ BAT

ExiTron BAT is an innovative agent optimized for in vivo CT studies of brown adipose tissue (BAT) in small animals. Containing an iodine-based amphiphile, it accumulates in brown fat deposits enabling accurate identification of this tissue with ease. ExiTron BAT, the unique CT agent: Shows a high accumulation in the BAT of small animals Delivers optimal CT contrast Enables a wide imaging time window Apply ExiTron BAT to: Effectively visualize brown fat, e.g. interscapular and cervical BAT Quantify BAT volume Longitudinally monitor changes in BAT morphology Physico-chemical properties and structure Mean hydrodynamic diameter: ~320 nm Hounsfield units (undiluted agent): ~8000 HU Schematic diagram of an ExiTron BAT