GE Signa 3.0T Architect

Overview:

The GE Signa 3.0T Architect is a high-field MRI scanner renowned for its exceptional image quality, clinical versatility, and patient comfort. It combines advanced technologies, a spacious bore design, and fast scan times to provide accurate and efficient diagnostic imaging across a broad spectrum of applications.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Images: The Signa Architect utilizes cutting-edge technologies like AIR™ Coils and HyperSense to produce sharp, clear images with superb contrast and resolution, even for challenging anatomies.
  • Patient Comfort: Features a 70 cm wide bore design for enhanced patient experience and reduced anxiety, along with in-bore audio and video entertainment options.
  • Fast Scan Times: Employs powerful gradients and optimized imaging protocols to enable fast scan times, improving patient throughput and workflow efficiency.
  • Comprehensive Clinical Applications: Supports a wide range of applications, including neurology, musculoskeletal, body, cardiac, and oncology imaging.
  • SilentScan Technology: Significantly reduces acoustic noise during scanning, enhancing patient comfort and enabling better communication with the technologist.
  • Intuitive User Interface: Offers a user-friendly console and streamlined workflow tools for ease of use and efficient system operation.

Specifications

  • Magnet Strength: 3.0 Tesla
  • Bore Diameter: 70 cm
  • Gradient Strength: Up to 80 mT/m
  • Slew Rate: Up to 200 T/m/s
  • RF Channels: Up to 128 channels
  • Patient Weight Capacity: 500 lbs (227 kg)

Additional Notes

  • The GE Signa 3.0T Architect is a flagship MRI system known for its premium performance and advanced features.
  • It may come equipped with additional features and software packages depending on the configuration.
  • The system's high field strength allows for increased signal-to-noise ratio, leading to enhanced image quality and the ability to perform specialized imaging techniques.
  • The 3.0T Architect is well-suited for research applications due to its powerful imaging capabilities.