Digirad reveals Cardius-3 imager

Digirad Corp. this week introduced the Cardius-3 imager, a triple-head nuclear gamma camera designed exclusively for cardiac imaging applications.

In addition to the solid-state nuclear gamma camera, Cardius-3 is comprised of an upright imaging chair and acquisition/processing station. The imager features Digirad's SeeQuanta imaging acquisition software that offers a user-friendly interface and efficient workflow capabilities, Digirad said.

In addition, the imager is bundled with Digirad's third-generation Solidium solid-state detector. It is capable of performing a 7-minute stress acquisition study and offers optimal imaging quality.

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