Design and performance evaluation of single-use whole-sterile "plug & play" kits for routine automated production of [(11)C]choline and [(11)C]methionine with radiopharmaceutical quality.

We herein describe the design and performance evaluation of single-use whole-sterile "plug & play" kits for routine automated production of [(11)C]methionine and [(11)C]choline for human use. Kits were designed for maximal simplicity and ease of using modules from Eckert & Ziegler Modular Lab System. The use of all-disposable sterile medical-grade material, helps ensure safety and cGMP compliance. The quick set-up and removal ("plug & play") also reduces radiation burden to operator. Copyright 2010 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.