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ilovecats15
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Iron-53

What are the uses for the radioisotope iron-53? This is a question that appears on homework for a chemistry class and I am unable to find an answer. 

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scooke
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Re: Iron-53

Dear Kelley,

Most radioisotopes are used either in diagnostics or specific treatments in human patients.  Iron-53 may be used as a tracer for iron-usage studies - Iron (Inactive Ingredient) - Drugs.com 

It may also be used in one of the following (referenced) compounds in clinical trials.

List of Anemia Associated with Iron Deficiency Medications (6 Compared) - Drugs.com 

Best regards,

Steven