Editing IC Targets

{{DISPLAYTITLE:IC Targets}}
{{Infobox company
| name = IC Targets AS
| org_number = 984531524
| founded = 2002-02-16
| employees = Not disclosed
| address = Norway
| industry = 72.100 – Biotechnology research
| website = https://www.ictargets.com
| nht_category = Startup
| description = IC Targets (Norwegian Contrasts) is a life science company dedicated to developing manganese-based MRI contrast agents and new methods to improve diagnostic imaging. The company focuses on manganese as an alternative to gadolinium-based contrast agents, addressing concerns about gadolinium deposition in tissues.
| notes = Founded 2002 — older than most NHT members. Manganese MRI contrast is an active research area addressing gadolinium safety concerns.
| related_companies = [[NordicImagingLab]], [[Hemispherian]], [[Norway Health Tech]]
| categories = Norway Health Tech, Startups, Diagnostics, Medical Imaging, Contrast Agents
| sources = https://www.ictargets.com; https://data.brreg.no/enhetsregisteret/api/enheter/984531524
}}

== About ==

IC Targets AS (Norwegian Contrasts) is a Norwegian life science company developing novel MRI contrast agents based on manganese chemistry. Founded in 2002, making it one of the oldest companies in the NHT cluster.

== Technology ==

The company's core innovation is manganese-based MRI contrast agents. Conventional MRI contrast agents are based on gadolinium, which has raised safety concerns due to deposition in brain tissues and kidneys. Manganese is a naturally occurring mineral (essential trace element) that can serve as an alternative MRI contrast agent, potentially offering improved safety profiles.

== Market Need ==

Gadolinium-based contrast agents are used in approximately 30-50% of MRI examinations globally. Growing concerns about gadolinium retention in the brain and other tissues have created interest in alternative contrast technologies. A manganese-based agent that maintains diagnostic efficacy while reducing safety concerns would address a significant market need.

== References ==
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[[Category:Norway Health Tech]]
[[Category:Startups]]
[[Category:Diagnostics]]
[[Category:Medical Imaging]]
[[Category:Contrast Agents]]