The feasibility of activating phase change contrast agents (PCCA) made from Definity (Lantheus Medical Imaging) using X-rays was investigated. A 10 mL of Definity PCCA (0.1 mL PCCA/mL) were injected into gelatin phantoms and irradiated using doses of 0, 30, 50, and 100 Gy. Size distribution and PCCA activation were measured after irradiation. Definity PCCAs were activated at a threshold of 50 Gy. Changes were visible with microscopy, visual inspection of T-flasks, and ultrasound imaging of gelatin phantoms. Moreover, increasing the radiation dose above 50 Gy appeared to further activate PCCA. These results indicate Definity PCCAs may be useful for ultrasound-based radiation dosimetry.

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