Gadolinium

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Description

Gadolinium is a type of silvery-white, malleable and ductile Toxic Mineral.

 

Medical Usage of Gadolinium

 solutions of organic Gadolinium complexes are the most popular intravenous MRI contrast agents in medical Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

 

Toxic Effects of Gadolinium

Excretory System

 Gadolinium cause serious damage to the Kidneys in patients with pre-existing sub-optimal Kidney function.

 

Skin

 Gadolinium may cause Rashes.

 

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