The Copper Radioisotopes: A Systematic Review with Special Interest to 64Cu

Copper (Cu) is an important trace element in humans; it plays a role as a cofactor for numerous enzymes and other proteins crucial for respiration, iron transport, metabolism, cell growth, and hemostasis. Natural copper comprises two stable isotopes, 63Cu and 65Cu, and 5 principal radioisotopes for...

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Main Authors: Artor Niccoli Asabella, Giuseppe Lucio Cascini, Corinna Altini, Domenico Paparella, Antonio Notaristefano, Giuseppe Rubini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/786463