Primovist (Gadoxetate Disodium) MRI: Q&A on Hepatobiliary Contrast Agent

MRI Questions answers common queries on Primovist (gadoxetate disodium, Eovist), a hepatobiliary MRI contrast that combines dynamic perfusion and hepatocyte-specific uptake, enabling dual-phase liver lesion characterization. Typical hepatobiliary phase is at 20 min.

• Explains mechanism: OATP transporter uptake by functioning hepatocytes and biliary excretion.
• Discusses clinical indications: detection and characterization of focal liver lesions (metastases, HCC) and biliary imaging.
• Covers safety profile, including NSF risk in severe renal impairment, and practical protocol timing.

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