Abstract:
The synthesis and biodistribution of β-amyloid plaques imaging agent 2-(3’-iodo-4’-methylaminophenyl)-6-hydroxy-benzothialzole(3’-
131I-PIB)were reported. The chemical structure of the labeling precursor 2-(3’-tributylstannyl-4’-methylaminophenyl)-6-hydroxybenzothialzole and all its intermediates were verified by
1H NMR and MS. The radioiodinated compound was prepared using iododestannylation reaction by hydrogen peroxide. Final radiochemical purity is above 95% determined by TLC. The
in vivo biodistribution of 3’-
131I-PIB in normal mice shows excellent brain uptake and washout, indicating this benzothiazole (BTA) derivative has potential for
in vivo imaging amyloid deposits.