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Iodine I 125

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Iodine I 125 Definition

A radioactive isotope of iodine, a nonmetallic element of the halogen group. With a half-life of 60 days, iodine 125 occurs naturally and can be produced artificially. This agent has both therapeutic and diagnostic uses, particularly in thyroid disease. (NCI04)

Iodine I 125 Synonyms

Iodine I 125, 125-Iodine, I-125, Iodine 125, Iodine I-125

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