Manganese-based Contrast Agent RVP-001

**Semantic type:** Indicator, Reagent, or Diagnostic Aid

**Definition:** A contrast agent formulation based on the paramagnetic ion Mn2+, stabilized by the chelator PyC3A, that can potentially be used as a contrast enhancer during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Upon administration, manganese-based contrast agent RVP-001 may enhance the visualization of blood vessels, organs and tumors upon MRI.

**Synonyms:** - Manganese-N-picolyl-N,N',N'-trans-1,2-cyclohexenediaminetriacetate - Mn-PyC3A - MnPyC3A - RVP 001 - RVP-001 - RVP001