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Metrizoic acid

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Metrizoic acid is a molecule used as a contrast medium. Due to its high osmolality, Metrizoic acid has a risk of inducing allergic reactions compared to lower osmolar contrast media.

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