Instrumentarium Alpha RT Mammography

This technology is a piece of history. It helped shaped the diagnostic effort against breast cancer. The Instrumentarium Alpha RT Mammography system is an advanced analog mammography machine designed for both screening and diagnostic breast imaging.

Manufactured by Instrumentarium Imaging (now part of GE Healthcare), the Alpha RT is known for delivering high-quality mammograms to detect early signs of breast cancer, such as microcalcifications and small tumors.

Key Features

1. Analog Mammography. The Alpha RT is a traditional film-based system used before the widespread adoption of digital mammography. Despite being analog, it was known for producing detailed and accurate images needed for reliable breast cancer screening.

2. High-Quality Imaging. It offers clear, high-contrast images crucial for detecting breast abnormalities at an early stage, including small masses or other changes in breast tissue that may indicate cancer.

3. Enhanced Patient Comfort. The system includes ergonomic features such as adjustable compression to minimize patient discomfort during the procedure while ensuring accurate imaging by reducing movement artifacts.

4. Diagnostic Applications. The Alpha RT was used for both routine mammography screenings and more targeted diagnostic imaging, such as spot compression views and magnification to examine specific areas of concern in greater detail.

Application

The Instrumentarium Alpha RT system was primarily used for:

• Breast cancer screening. For early detection of abnormalities in asymptomatic women.
• Diagnostic mammography. To further evaluate any abnormalities found in routine screening or physical exams.
• Magnification views. For closer inspection of suspicious areas in the breast.