DOI: 10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2017.09.021 Corpus ID: 24411267; Effect of Temperature on the Size Distribution, Shell Properties, and Stability of Definity. Store at Room Temperature (6877F; 2025C), Attach ViaLok Add 1.4mL preservative-free Sodium Chloride Injection,USP, VIALMIX RFID delivers precise activation, providing predictable, quality images from study to study1-3. The pharmacokinetics of activated Definity in pediatric subjects has not been studied. Ultrasound in Med & Biol. In the 221 subjects, QTc prolongations of >30 msec were noted in 64 (29%) subjects. The recommended bolus dose for activated Definity is 10 microliters (microL)/kg of the activated product by intravenous bolus injection within 30-60 seconds, followed by a 10 mL saline flush. The impact of DEFINITY on pulmonary hemodynamics was explored in a prospective, open-label study of patients with normal ( 35 mmHg, 16 patients) and elevated (> 35 mmHg, 75 mmHg, 16 patients) pulmonary artery systolic pressure undergoing right heart catheterization. The activated DEFINITY RT may be used for up to 4 hours from the time of dilution, with the 13mm ViaLok still attached, but only after the microspheres are resuspended by rapidly swirling the upright vial for 10 seconds. The stability of urine osmolality was assessed in a similar manner. This lapse rate is approximately 3.3 degrees Fahrenheit for every 1000 . For example, if I modelled the compound $\ce{BaSr(FeO3)2}$, I could compare its potential energy with that of the possible decompositions such as $\ce{SrFeO3}$ & $\ce{BaFeO3}$ and make a judgement on the . Serious cardiopulmonary reactions, including fatalities, have occurred uncommonly during or following perflutren-containing microsphere administration (5.1). In 1975, Wolfert and Cox 3 recognized that pharmacists were often asked about the stability of refrigerated medications that are accidentally stored at room-temperature. Do not inject air into the DEFINITYRTvial. Store at Room Temperature 20 to 25C (68 to 77F); excursions permitted between 15 to 30C (59 to 86F) [see USP . Attenuation and size distribution was measured over time to assess the effect of temperature on the temporal stability of Definity . Evaluate the activated DEFINITY RT echocardiogram images in combination with the non-contrast echocardiogram images. Since the commercial EDTA solution was maintained at pH 8.0 for the obvious reason, I am wondering how EDTA could be stable that long at . Articles may be labeled for storage at "controlled room temperature" or . If you are a consumer or patient please visit Administer slowly over 30 to 60 seconds. If the product is not used within 5 minutes of dilution, resuspend the microspheres by rapidly swirling the upright vial for 10 seconds before the product is withdrawn in thesyringe. 13mm ViaLok (packaged separately) must be used in the dilution process of Definity RT. . An animal study utilizing intravenous administration did not result in arterial microvascular obstruction presumably because of filtering by the lungs. Lantheus Holdings, Inc. For single use only: Definity does not contain bacterial preservative. The mean change in border length from baseline at end-diastole was statistically significant for all readers in the apical 4-chamber view and for 3 out of 4 readers for the apical 2-chamber view. Similar results were noted at end-systole, with the exception of the 4-chamber view. Fatal cardiopulmonary and anaphylactoid events and other serious but non-fatal adverse reactions were uncommonly reported. Definity/Perflutren Lipid Microspheres Intravenous Inj Susp: 2mL. See full prescribing information for DEFINITY. Impairment of male or female fertility was not observed in rats and rabbits treated with activated DEFINITY at doses up to 24 and 15 times the human dose based on body surface area (in rats and rabbits respectively). In this group, 1063 (61.9%) were male and 653 (38.1%) were female, 1328 (77.4%) were White, 258 (15.0%) were Black, 74 (4.3%) were Hispanic, and 56 (3.3%) were classified as other racial or ethnic groups. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. The VIALMIX RFID apparatus should be ordered from Lantheus Medical Imaging, 331 Treble Cove Road, North Billerica, MA, 01862. Fatal cardiopulmonary and hypersensitivity reactions and other serious but non-fatal adverse reactions were uncommonly reported. The VIALMIX apparatus should be ordered from Lantheus Medical Imaging, 331 Treble Cove Road, North Billerica, MA, 01862. A fresh urine sample was divided amongst 11 non-sterile, plastic 5mL tubes containing no additives. Meropenem 0.5 g and 100 ml normal saline solution were mixed together and stored at room temperature for 8 hours. Activated DEFINITY and activated DEFINITY RT (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension are indicated for use in patients with suboptimal echocardiograms to opacify the left ventricular chamber and to improve the delineation of the left ventricular endocardialborder. after 24 hours of storage at room- temperature, when stored in a cool place (8-15 C), and when stored at room-temperature (15-30 C). It is essential to follow directions for activation of Definity carefully and to adhere to strict aseptic procedures during preparation. (Store diluent separately at room temperature or in the refrigerator.) The pharmacokinetics of activated Definity has not been studied in subjects with hepatic diseases or congestive heart failure. Typically 10seconds per mL with subsequent injections as needed, Use a 3 or 5 mL syringe filled with 1.4 mL preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP and add to the activated DEFINITYRT vial using 13mm ViaLok (Vented Vial Access Device). . 2009;53(9):802-810. Octafluoropropane is chemically characterized as 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,3-octafluoropropane. For customer orders call 1-800-299-3431. These reactions typically occurred within 30 minutes of DEFINITY administration. . The APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COMBINED PHOTOACOUSTIC AND ULTRASOUND DIAGNOSIS patent was assigned a Application Number # 14337204 - by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). After activating the contents of the vial in a VIALMIX RFID and diluting with 1.4 mL of preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride, Injection, USP, each mL of the milky white suspension contains 0.045 mg DPPA, 0.401 mg DPPC, 0.304 mg MPEG5000 DPPE, 0.074 mg anhydrous sodium acetate, 0.006 mg glacial acetic acid, a maximum of 1.2 1010 perflutren lipid microspheres, and about 80 microL/mL (0.65 mg/mL) octafluoropropane. The risk for these reactions may be increased among patients with unstable cardiopulmonary conditions and/or with pre-existing PEG hypersensitivity [see Adverse Reactions (6.2)]. Follow all manufacturers' guidelines and do not operate any part of the VIALMIX RFID with DEFINITY RT RFID-tagged vials within 6 inches (15 cm) of a pacemaker and/or defibrillator. A total of 249 subjects were evaluated in clinical trials (208 received activated DEFINITY and 41 placebo). Do not administer DEFINITY RT to patients with known or suspected: Hypersensitivity to perflutren lipid microsphere or its components, such as polyethylene glycol (PEG) (4). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc. at 1-800-362-2668 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or, Serious cardiopulmonary reactions, including fatalities, have occurred uncommonly during or following perflutren-containing microsphere administration, Assess all patients for the presence of any condition that precludes DEFINITY RT administration, Table 1 New-Onset Adverse Reactions Occurring in 0.5% of All DEFINITY-Treated Subjects, Table 3 MEAN (SD) ENDOCARDIAL BORDER LENGTH (CM) BY BOTH APICAL 2- AND 4-CHAMBER VIEWS AT END-SYSTOLE AND END-DIASTOLE BY STUDY, EVALUABLE SUBJECTS, All Drug Permalink. Immediately after VIALMIX RFID activation, but no more than 15 minutes, place the activated vial in the upright position and remove the flip top cap. Additionally, end-systolic triggering with high mechanical indices has been reported to cause ventricular arrhythmias. We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. For all adverse reactions, the overall incidence of adverse experiences was similar for the <65 year age group and the > 65 year age group, similar in males and in females, similar among all racial or ethnic groups, and similar for bolus and infusion dosing. The recommended infusion dose for activated Definity is via an IV infusion of 1.3 mL added to 50 mL of preservative-free saline. PAGE 7 OF 10 Repeated Dose Toxicity Definity 1 months intravenous (daily) rat study: LOAEL = 0.1 C-peptide and insulin remained stable after 6 freeze . FDA Safety Recalls, Always have cardiopulmonary resuscitation personnel and equipment readily available prior to DEFINITY RT administration and monitor all patients for acute reactions (5.1, 5.2). We use cookies to enhance your experience and to help us improve our website. Hypersensitivity to perflutren lipid microsphere or its components, such as polyethylene glycol (PEG) [, One (1) 2 mL RFID-tagged vial - NDC (11994-017-01), Twenty (20) 2 mL RFID-tagged vials per kit - NDC (11994-017-20). Most serious reactions occur within 30 minutes of administration. VIALMIX RFID will only activate DEFINITY and DEFINITY RT RFID-tagged vials. The microsphere particle size parameters are listed in Table 2 below: Perflutren lipid microspheres exhibit lower acoustic impedance than blood and enhance the intrinsic backscatter of blood. Information regarding the room-temperature storage of 79 medications labeled for refrigerated storage was compiled. OFP concentrations in blood were shown to decline in a mono-exponential fashion with a mean half-life of 1.3 minutes in healthy subjects. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients, but greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. Definity (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension is an ultrasound contrast agent. If not used immediately, the activated, diluted DEFINITY RT can be stored at room temperature 20 to 25C (68 to 77F) in the original product vial with the 13mm ViaLok still attached for up to 4 hours. Get Label RSS Feed, Activated DEFINITY RT (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) Injectable Suspension is indicated for use in patients with suboptimal echocardiograms to opacify the left ventricular chamber and to improve the delineation of the left ventricular endocardial border. Yes it would likely be too late . 2003;16(11):1178-1185. A total of 249 subjects were evaluated in clinical trials (208 received activated Definity and 41 placebo). DEFINITY RT is a modified formulation of DEFINITY that allows both storage and shipment at room temperature (DEFINITY's previously approved formulation requires refrigerated storage). The recommended infusion dose for activated DEFINITY RT is via an intravenous infusion of 1.3 mL added to 50 mL of preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. This method is well-suited for studies performed over an extended period. Becher H, Burns PN. %PDF-1.6 % No clinically important pulmonary hemodynamic, systemic hemodynamic, or ECG changes were observed. However, because product labeling was insufficient regarding room-temperature stability and pharmacists were not routinely able to predict stability based on the . *3 o However, OFP protein binding is expected to be minimal due to its low partition coefficient into whole blood. DailyMed will deliver notification of updates and additions to Drug Label information currently shown on this site through its RSS feed. For bolus dosing, withdraw appropriate volume based on patient weight (kg) for administration. Based on the rapid clearance of this drug, advise nursing mothers to pump and discard breast milk once after treatment [see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY (12)]. There may be increased risk of serious reactions including death in patients with prior hypersensitivity reaction(s) to PEG [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) and Description (11)]. It is not always possible to reliably establish a causal relationship to drug exposure due to the presence of underlying conditions. The mean age was 53.9 years (range 18 to 87). Attach the syringe containing 1.4mL preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP to the ViaLok luer-lok hub. . Out of scope information includes radiopharmaceuticals, contrast media, herbals, homeopathics, and food. Subjects were eligible for these studies if they had two or more (of six) non-evaluable segments in either the apical 2- or 4-chamber view in non-contrast fundamental echocardiography. Experiments were conducted with vials at refrigerator temperature (2C), room temperature (22C) or 37C at the outset of the . The safety of activated Definity at mechanical indices greater than 0.8 has not been evaluated [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION (2)]. . Always have resuscitation equipment and trained personnel readily available. Drug class: Ultrasound contrast media. Coma, loss of consciousness, convulsion, seizure, transient ischemic attack, agitation, tremor, vision blurred, dizziness, headache, fatigue. Left ventricular chamber enhancement after an activated DEFINITY dose of 10 microL/kg was significantly increased from baseline compared to placebo in both views at the mid-ventricular and apical levels at end-diastole. Contrast agent stability: a continuous B-mode imaging approach. In a retrospective analysis, in a subset of subjects (n=12 to 47, depending on reader) having at least 2 adjacent segments non-evaluable on non-contrast imaging, activated DEFINITY converted a baseline non-evaluable image to an evaluable image in 58 to 91% of the patients, depending on the reader. Table 6.1 summarizes the most common adverse reactions. A continuous flow of DEFINITYRT combined with preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP provides a consistent, steady enhancement. Regarding interference with medical devices, the RFID tag and VIALMIX RFID unit meets the IEC 60601-1-2 requirements for emission and immunity standards for medical devices. Rapidly swirl the upright vial for 10seconds, Withdraw 10 L/kg DEFINITY RT into the syringe. Activate DEFINITY by shaking the vial for 45 seconds using a VIALMIX. With the 13mm ViaLok still inserted and syringe attached, rapidly swirl the upright vial for 10 seconds to mix the contents. A way to alleviate this problem is to develop procedures for storing samples at room temperature while maintaining their stability. The objective of this work was to examine the effects of preactivation vial temperature on the size distribution, frequency dependent attenuation (1.5-27 MHz) and nonlinear imaging performance of Definity. Treatment of an overdose should be directed toward the support of all vital functions and prompt institution of symptomatic therapy [see CONTRAINDICATIONS (4) and WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5)]. Store at Room Temperature (6877F; 2025C) . 24-hour room temperature stability at all concentrations. The targeting moiety that targets DNA is typically an antibody, or variant, fragment, or fusion protein derived therefrom that binds . A sterile syringe or cap should be attached to the Luer . Copy the URL below and paste it into your RSS Reader application. Ultrasound Med Biol. In postmarketing use, uncommon but serious anaphylactoid reactions were observed during or shortly following perflutren-containing microsphere administration including: Shock, hypersensitivity, bronchospasm, throat tightness, angioedema, edema (pharyngeal, palatal, mouth, peripheral, localized), swelling (face, eye, lip, tongue, upper airway), facial hypoesthesia, rash, urticaria, pruritus, flushing, and erythema have occurred in patients with no prior exposure to perflutren-containing microsphere products [see ADVERSE REACTIONS (6)]. In contrast insulin levels decreased in serum gel tubes both centrifuged and whole blood (66% of baseline, p = 0.01 and 76% of baseline p = 0.01, by 24 hours respectively). DEFINITY RT is only for intravenous administration; do not administer DEFINITY RT by intra-arterial injection [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Withdraw the material from the middle of the liquid in the inverted vial. The pH is 5.2 to 6.4. Fatal cardiac or respiratory arrest, shock, syncope, symptomatic arrhythmias (atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, bradycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia), hypertension, hypotension, dyspnea, hypoxia, chest pain, respiratory distress, stridor, wheezing. Store at room temperature 68 to 77F (20 to 25C). Human pharmacokinetics information is not available for the intact or degassed lipid microspheres. All samples were not hemolyzed, icteric or lipemic. Each mL of the viscous solution contains 3.75 mg lipid blend (consisting of 0.225 mg DPPA, 2.005 mg DPPC, and 1.520 mg MPEG5000 DPPE), 517.5 mg propylene glycol, 631 mg glycerin, 0.370 mg anhydrous sodium acetate, and 0.030 mg glacial acetic acid. The total lung clearance of OFP was similar to that in healthy subjects. In the primary serum and K. 3. Activate Definity by shaking the vial for 45 seconds using a VIALMIX. The deaths occurred several days after activated Definity administration and appeared to be related to the course of underlying disease. 448 0 obj <>stream Reproduction studies performed in rats and rabbits at doses up to 24 and 15 times the human dose based on body surface area (in rats and rabbits respectively) revealed no evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus due to Definity. All Other Business: 800-362-2668 See Full Prescribing Information for instructions on preparation and administration. Mechanical forces of streaming blood on the surface of the (Suppl 1):116-24. Half of the solution was stored in a For customer orders call 1-800-299-3431. Generic name: perflutren Do not administer Definity to patients with known or suspected: Do not administer Definity by intra-arterial injection. The phospholipid components of the microspheres are thought to be metabolized to free fatty acids. Advise patients to inform their healthcare provider if they develop any symptoms of hypersensitivity after DEFINITY RT administration, including rash, wheezing, or shortness of breath. tubes at room temperature. There are two formulations of perflutren lipid microspheres that have differences concerning storage and preparation. (current). FOR SINGLE USE ONLY: Definity does not contain bacterial preservative. Serious cardiopulmonary reactions, including fatalities, have occurred uncommonly during or following perflutren-containing microsphere administration [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.1)]. Events, (What temperature excursion: Date and time Storage unit temperature (including minimum/maximum temperatures during the time of the event, if available) Room temperature, if available Name of the person completing the report General description of the event (i.e., what happened) If using a digital data logger (DDL), determine Patent Application Number is a unique ID to identify the APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COMBINED PHOTOACOUSTIC AND ULTRASOUND DIAGNOSIS mark in USPTO. Function of the RFID technology is not dependent on vial orientation as it is placed in the VIALMIX RFID. Cold: Any temperature not exceeding 8C (46 F). The results were evaluated by 3 blinded, independent radiologists. Evidence of genotoxicity was not found in the following studies with activated DEFINITY: 1) bacterial mutagenesis assay (Ames assay), 2) in vitro mammalian mutagenesis assay, 3) in vitro human lymphocyte chromosome aberration assay, and 4) in vivo rat micronucleus assay. DEFINITY RT may be injected by either an intravenous bolus or infusion. Full instructions for use of VIALMIX RFID are provided on the VIALMIX RFID screen and User's Guide. Farooq W 2005-07-17 15:53:24 UTC. The moist adiabatic lapse rate, on the other hand, is the rate at which a saturated parcel of air warms or cools when it moves vertically. In the 2 baseline controlled studies, ejection fraction results were evaluated in comparison to MRI. 2.4 DEFINITY Activation, Preparation and Handling Instructions 1. Rapidly swirl the upright vial for 10seconds, Invert vial and withdraw 1.3 mL DEFINITY RT into the syringe and combine with the remaining preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, Gently hand-agitate the syringe to evenly distribute microbubbles, Administer ~2 mL slowly. Last updated on Oct 24, 2022. Europe PMC is an archive of life sciences journal literature. endstream endobj startxref All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The risk for these reactions may be increased among patients with unstable cardiopulmonary conditions (acute myocardial infarction, acute coronary artery syndromes, worsening or unstable congestive heart failure, or serious ventricular arrhythmias). The phospholipid components of the microspheres are thought to be metabolized to free fatty acids. Research, browse, save, and share from 202 F-150 models in Bancroft, KY. @article{Shekhar2018EffectOT, title={Effect of Temperature on the Size Distribution, Shell Properties, and Stability of Definity{\textregistered}. The perflutren lipid microspheres are composed of octafluoropropane encapsulated in an outer lipid shell consisting of (R) hexadecanoic acid, 1-[(phosphonoxy)methyl]-1,2-ethanediyl ester, monosodium salt (abbreviated DPPA); (R) - 4-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-7-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-3,4,9-trioxa-4-phosphapentacosan-1-aminium, 4-oxide, inner salt (abbreviated DPPC); and (R)--[6-hydroxy-6-oxido-9-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-5,7,11-trioxa-2-aza-6-phosphahexacos-1-yl]- -methoxypoly(ox-1,2-ethanediyl), monosodium salt; commonly called N-(methoxypolyethylene glycol 5000 carbamoyl)-1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glycero-3- phosphatidylethanolamine, monosodium salt (abbreviated MPEG5000 DPPE). Withdraw the material from the middle of the liquid in the inverted vial. Obtain a syringe containing 1.4 mL preservative-free 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/labelrss.cfm?setid=7b9de6ab-a3ac-40c9-8103-139dc7a464a2, https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/rss.cfm. Evidence of genotoxicity was not found in the following studies with activated Definity: 1) bacterial mutagenesis assay (Ames assay), 2) in vitro mammalian mutagenesis assay, 3) in vitro human lymphocyte chromosome aberration assay, and 4) in vivo rat micronucleus assay. Serious cardiopulmonary reactions, including fatalities, have occurred uncommonly during or following perflutren-containing microsphere administration [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)]. Nine of these patients were discontinued after the first injection. The mean change in border length from baseline at end-systole was statistically significant for 3 out of 4 readers for the apical 4-chamber view and for 2 out of 4 readers for the apical 2-chamber view. Storage above this temperature for more than a short time could jeopardize their stability and activity. 2. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. A sterile syringe or cap should be attached to the ViaLok until use. Files, Presentations The RFID tag allows for the exchange of product information such as activation time and activation rate. Fatal cardiac or respiratory arrest, shock, syncope, symptomatic arrhythmias (atrial fibrillation, tachycardia, bradycardia, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia), hypertension, hypotension, dyspnea, hypoxia, chest pain, respiratory distress, stridor, wheezing. Impairment of male or female fertility was not observed in rats and rabbits treated with activated Definity at doses up to 24 and 15 times the human dose based on body surface area (in rats and rabbits respectively). (2.2). If necessary, a second 10 microliters (microL)/kg dose followed by a second 10 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP flush may be administered 30 minutes after the first injection to prolong contrast enhancement. Safety Demonstrated across gender, race, and age 3. Activate DEFINITY by shaking the vial for 45 seconds using a VIALMIX. Precipitated material can be stored at 20 and 5C but product losses have to be expected if the material is stored for more than 1 month. In patients with right-to-left, bi-directional, or transient right-to-left cardiac shunts phospholipid-encapsulated microspheres can bypass the pulmonary particle-filtering mechanisms and directly enter the arterial circulation resulting in microvascular occlusion and ischemia. The activated Definity may be used for up to 12 hours from the time of VIALMIX, but only after the microspheres are resuspended by hand agitation. . These adverse reactions appeared within minutes (1 15 min) of the drug administration and were of moderate intensity resolving usually without treatment within minutes or hours after onset. 276 0 obj <> endobj Table 1 summarizes the most common adverse reactions. Illumina. DEFINITY RT- perflutren injection, suspension, 11994-017-01, Store refrigerated, 28 C (3646 F) Absence of the requirement for cold chain handling also makes saliva testing easier in regions with limited resources. Billerica, Massachusetts 01862 USAFor ordering, tel. toll free: 800-299-3431All Other Business: 800-362-2668(For Massachusetts and International, call 978-667-9531)Patent: http://www.lantheus.com/patents/index.html, DEFINITY RT (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere) INJECTABLE SUSPENSION, For Intravenous Use Only Must Activate and Dilute with 1.4 mL of0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP Prior to UseUse the 13mm ViaLok (Vented Vial Access Device) (packaged separately) during dilution and withdrawal of DEFINITY RT, Store at Room Temperature 20 to 25C (68 to 77F), Single Patient Use. Am J Cardiol. Ultrasound in Med & Biol. The risk for these reactions may be increased among patients with unstable cardiopulmonary conditions (acute myocardial infarction, acute coronary artery syndromes, worsening or unstable congestive heart failure, or serious ventricular arrhythmias). PRODUCT NAME: Definity / . The safety of bolus and infusion dosing in combination or in sequence, has not been studied. Structure of brin: impact on clot stability. Your decisions have real-life consequences. Controlled room temperature: The temperature maintained thermostatically that encompasses at the usual and customary working environment of 20-25 (68-77 F). N. Billerica, Massachusetts 01862 USA High ultrasound mechanical index values may cause microsphere cavitation or rupture and lead to ventricular arrhythmias. If the RFID tag is damaged or otherwise non-functional, the VIALMIX RFID will notify the user and the vial with the nonfunctional RFID tag cannot be used to activate DEFINITY RT with VIALMIX RFID. 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