The GE 1.5T HiSpeed LX Short Bore MRI is an advanced imaging system designed to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging for a range of clinical applications. It features a 1.5 Tesla magnetic field, which is ideal for delivering detailed images with improved spatial resolution. The system is specifically designed with a short bore, meaning it has a more compact tunnel that improves patient comfort, reducing anxiety commonly associated with enclosed MRI scans.
Key Features and Functions:
- Short Bore Design: The GE HiSpeed LX’s short bore design significantly enhances patient comfort by reducing the feeling of confinement that is often a drawback of traditional long-bore MRI scanners.
- Advanced Gradient System: The system uses SGD (Self-Guided Diffusion) gradients with a slew rate of 77/120, which helps generate high-resolution images quickly. This advanced gradient technology is useful in reducing motion artifacts and improving overall image quality.
- ZeroBoiloff Technology: The ZeroBoiloff technology reduces the need for helium refills, making the system more efficient and cost-effective to operate. This helps maintain the magnet’s optimal operating temperature without the constant replenishment of cryogen, improving uptime and lowering operational costs.
- DICOM 3.0 Integration: The system comes equipped with DICOM 3.0 capabilities, which support storing, querying, retrieving, archiving, and printing images, enhancing the efficiency of integrating imaging data into broader hospital networks and improving workflow.
Applications:
The GE 1.5T HiSpeed LX is a versatile imaging solution used for various diagnostic purposes, including:
- Neurology: It’s particularly effective for imaging the brain and spine, providing high-quality diagnostic capabilities for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, brain tumors, and spinal cord issues.
- Cardiology: The MRI is capable of cardiac imaging, allowing for assessments of the heart’s structure and function. It’s often used for detecting congenital heart conditions and understanding heart diseases in greater detail.
- Musculoskeletal Imaging: The system’s advanced resolution makes it well-suited for musculoskeletal imaging, allowing radiologists to evaluate bones, joints, and soft tissues like ligaments and cartilage.
This MRI system also supports a wide range of clinical applications and is versatile enough to provide high-quality imaging for whole-body scans, thus making it suitable for comprehensive diagnostic purposes in a hospital setting. The compact PDU (Power Distribution Unit) and phased array coil system further ensure efficiency and high image quality for varied body parts.
Spec
MRI Type: GE 1.5T HiSpeed LX Short Bore MRI
Year of Manufacture: 2003
Magnet Type: CXK4 Magnet
Coils: Head, Body, Neurovascular Array, CTL Array, Torso Array, Dual TMJ, Extremity, Flex 5 Inch GP, Shoulder (Small/Large)
Software: 9.1 Software; MRA, Diffusion, Profusion, Spectroscopy 2D/3D, Smart Prep, FuncTools
