Preferred Label : Carbon C 13 Phytoene;
NCIt synonyms : 13C-Phytoene; 13C-PE;
NCIt definition : A 40-carbon hydrocarbon precursor of carotenoids radiolabeled to carbon C 13 and potentially
used for tracer purposes of phytoene in vivo. Upon administration, phytoene is taken
up and accumulates in various tissues. Upon imaging of the radioisotope, the distribution
patterns and metabolism of phytoene can be further elucidated which may aid in the
understanding of the bioactivity of this agent. Phytoene is a colorless precursor
of many carotenoids, including the antioxidant lycopene.;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL432852;
Origin ID : C98833;
UMLS CUI : C3274461;
Semantic type(s)
- concept_is_in_subset
