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Digital Radiography
IDEXX Laboratories introduces a direct-to-digital radiography system for the companion animal market.
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IDEXX Laboratories introduces a direct-to-digital radiography system for the companion animal market.
The IDEXX 1417 Direct Digital Radiography System provides extraordinary image sharpness in seconds to support a faster, more accurate diagnosis.
The full-size 14-in. by 17-in. digital radiography technology plate used in the 1417 system uniquely captures X-rays without the need of a scintillator or intensifier, thereby delivering an enhanced level of image sharpness and clarity, the company reports. Images can be viewed with-in seconds and can be easily adjusted, annotated, stored, printed and transferred via IDEXX-PACS software, the company's DICOM-conformant with open-communication software used in DR and CR systems. The software is designed to link with IDEXX Cornerstone Practice Management Software, allowing practices to:
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- Electronically create and capture all vital patient history, treatment and digital images.
- Manage and review important medical records, including images in one integrated format on office computers.
- Store all patient history from test to images on removable media or a dedicated server, eliminating lost files and separate X-ray film storage rooms.
- Digital images and patient records are sent electronically to off-site locations for diagnosis and consultation.
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