Overview:
The Philips Ingenia series (1.5T and 3.0T) comprises high-performance MRI scanners known for their exceptional image quality, advanced clinical capabilities, and patient-centric design.
These systems leverage cutting-edge technologies to cater to a wide array of diagnostic needs, offering versatility and efficiency in healthcare settings.
Key Features
- dStream Digital Broadband Technology: Delivers up to 40% more signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), enabling high-quality images with improved clarity and detail.
- MultiTransmit Technology: Improves image uniformity and enables faster scan times.
- Compressed SENSE: Accelerates imaging speed by up to 50%, reducing exam times and enhancing patient comfort.
- Ambient Experience: Creates a relaxing and engaging environment for patients, potentially reducing anxiety and improving cooperation during scans.
- Intuitive User Interface: Provides an easy-to-use console for efficient operation and streamlined workflow.
Specifications
1.5T
- Magnet Strength: 1.5 Tesla
- Bore Diameter: 60 cm (typical)
- Gradient Strength: Up to 45 mT/m
- Slew Rate: Up to 200 T/m/s
- RF Channels: Up to 32 channels
- Patient Weight Capacity: Up to 550 lbs (250 kg)
3.0T
- Magnet Strength: 3.0 Tesla
- Bore Diameter: 60 cm (typical)
- Gradient Strength: Up to 80 mT/m
- Slew Rate: Up to 200 T/m/s
- RF Channels: Up to 64 channels
- Patient Weight Capacity: Up to 550 lbs (250 kg)
Additional Notes
- The Ingenia 3.0T, with its higher magnetic field strength, offers enhanced image resolution and sensitivity, particularly beneficial for neurology and musculoskeletal imaging.
- The Ingenia 1.5T, while offering slightly lower resolution, provides a good balance of cost-effectiveness and image quality for routine clinical applications.
- Both systems are designed for clinical versatility, supporting a wide range of applications, including neurology, musculoskeletal, body, and cardiac imaging.
- Philips continues to enhance the Ingenia platform with software updates and new applications, ensuring its relevance in the ever-evolving field of medical imaging.