Eastern Isotopes begins distribution in California

Eastern Isotopes Inc., a subsidiary of Ion Beam Applications (IBA), will commence distribution of radioisotopes from its California-based pharmacy.

As the latest addition to Eastern Isotopes' global delivery network, the California pharmacy is equipped with dual cyclotrons to offer reliable delivery of radioisotopes as well as new molecular imaging tracers, the company said.

In addition, the company offers services such as E-Plus Marketing and ReadyPET.

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