Magnetic resonance imaging techniques provide the opportunity tovisualize internal organs at microscopic resolution in live animals and to conduct specialized studies on fixed blocks of pathologic specimens. Techniques are being refined for use of hyperpolarized helium in imaging fine structures of the lung in live animals. Initial images show fine detail of branched airways down to the level of alveolar structures.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
Type
Intramural Research (Z01)
Project #
1Z01ES021080-15
Application #
6289882
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (LEP)
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Support Year
15
Fiscal Year
1999
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United States
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