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Systems for Mice |
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Combo Systems for Rats and Mice |
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3-in-1 Systems |
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4-in-1 Systems |
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Custom-built Systems |
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Systems for Humans |
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CT Scanners |
Most Asked Questions
Q. How easy is it to use the device?
A. The EchoMRI™ system is exceedingly easy to
operate and maintain by customers without prior experience. In fact, a
training period of one hour is sufficient for individuals without prior
knowledge. Daily system tests are automatic. Measurement results are
stored in a separate database for each user. The device is a
stand-alone unit, uses standard power sources, and is completely
shielded and safe to run.
Q. How does the EchoMRI™ system work to measure fat, lean, and free water?
A. In general, NMR instruments create contrast between
soft tissues by taking advantage of the differences in relaxation times
of the hydrogen spins and/or hydrogen density in these tissues. Radio
frequency signals are generated by hydrogen nuclei due to precession of
the spin axes. The amplitude, duration, and spatial distribution of
these radio frequency signals are related to properties of the material
investigated by the NMR technique. Tissue contrast is high between fat,
body free fluid, and muscle based on NMR signal amplitude and
relaxation time, and can be further enhanced by application of certain
radio frequency sequences.
Q. Does Echo Medical Systems offer warranty on its products?
A. Our installation and training package includes a
complete 1 year warranty. This warranty includes parts, labor and
travel expenses. Of course, this service includes all software upgrades
and all new application that we are developing. Additionally, we try to
visit a customer once or twice during the warranty period for a
checkup. Extended warranties are also available. For more information
on these, please call our office at (281) 492-0082.
Q. What size of animals can be scanned?
A. Body masses between 20g and 130g are recommended for
EchoMRI-100™ and EchoMRI-130™ systems for mice. For body
mass above 130g, EchoMRI-500™, EchoMRI-700™, or
EchoMRI-900™ systems for rats are recommended. At this time, we
have three versions of the machine for rats: for masses up to 500g, for
up to 700g, and for up to 900g. We also have EchoMRI-3in1™ for
body masses between 15g and 100g, tissue sample masses between 0.2g and
10g, and biopsy masses between 10mg and 500mg. Finally, for body masses
between 60Kg and 250Kg there is EchoMRI-AH™ for adult humans.
Requests for custom-built sizes and specifications are welcome. Please call Echo Medical Systems Sales Department at 281-492-0082, extension 5#.
Q. What are the features and benefits of EchoMRI™ systems?
A. The key benefit of the EchoMRI™ systems to those
involved in research is the precision and accuracy they offer when
compared to those of DEXA. When Nuclear Magnetic Resonance is applied
toward the analysis of body composition during clinical trials, it has
an effect on the accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and specificity of
results. It is far superior in its ability to offer precise and
accurate results for researchers and clinicians. To learn more, please
click here.
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