| Bioactivity | Mn(II) protoporphyrin IX is a potential intravenous paramagnetic magnetic resonance contrast agent. Mn(II) protoporphyrin IX maintains strong paramagnetic properties[1]. |
| In Vivo | Mn(II) protoporphyrin IX causes marked reduction of T1 in the liver, with less pronounced effects on other body tissues[1]. |
| Name | Mn(II) protoporphyrin IX |
| CAS | 21393-64-6 |
| Formula | C34H32MnN4O4 |
| Molar Mass | 615.58 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
| Reference | [1]. Jackson LS, et al. Manganese protoporphyrin IX. A potential intravenous paramagnetic NMR contrast agent: preliminary communication. Invest Radiol. 1985;20(2):226-229. |