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University of New Mexico researchers studying the health risks posed by gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans

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susan.d

University of New Mexico researchers studying the health risks posed by gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans
April 06, 2025 04:08PM

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Interesting for those who get MRIs…cardiac imaging or other imaging

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GeorgeN

Re: University of New Mexico researchers studying the health risks posed by gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans
April 06, 2025 04:51PM

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In prior study on the topic, Dr. Wagner was one of the few people doing research on the topic. Looks like oxalic acid/oxalates may be a reason some people have issues.

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Joe

Re: University of New Mexico researchers studying the health risks posed by gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans
April 07, 2025 07:21AM

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Thanks Susan, good info!

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susan.d

Re: University of New Mexico researchers studying the health risks posed by gadolinium, a toxic rare earth metal used in MRI scans
April 07, 2025 09:07AM