New imaging study maps opioid receptors in the body
NCT ID NCT05528848
First seen Mar 30, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This pilot study uses special PET scans to see where opioids bind in the brain and body of up to 60 adults, including some with opioid use disorder. Researchers aim to understand how opioid receptors work in different organs, which could help improve treatments. Participants may receive a medication that blocks opioids to compare the effects.
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University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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