vivaCT 40

vivaCT 40 is a fast and flexible in vivo microCT for preclinical studies. The low X-ray dose allows serial measurements of individuals. Whole-body scans or scans from selected regions of mice can be made, while head and hind limbs of larger rodents can be scanned using beds supplied with the system.

A range of beds for in vivo use as well as specimen scans are supplied. Access ports through the X-ray shielding are included to aid delivery of anesthetic and connection of cables for physiological monitoring. In addition, optional equipment for anesthesia as well as physiological monitoring and gating are available.

Specifications	vivaCT 40
Type	Cone-beam in vivo microCT Fully shielded No external shielding required
X-ray source	Sealed Air-cooled Maintenance-free 30 - 70 kVp / 20 - 50 keV (160 µA)
Detector	2048 x 256 elements, 26 µm pitch
Resolution	‹ 16 µm (10% MTF) 10 - 76 µm nominal isotropic (pixel size)
Image matrix	512 x 512 to 2048 x 2048 pix
Max. scan size	38 x 145 mm (ØxL)
Max. specimen size	80* x 500 mm** (ØxL)
Min. scan time	30 s
Electrical	100 - 230 V / 50 - 60 Hz 370 W
Dimensions	1650 x 1090 x 920 mm (HxWxD)
Weight	258 kg
	*Density calibration valid up to 38 mm
	**Maximum length cannot be imaged completely
Options
Physiological monitoring unit	Detects and pauses scanning during breathing cycle