CHICAGO, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- RSNA 2006 -- DALSA
Corporation (TSX: DSA) today announced its latest life sciences imaging
solution, the XR-4 scientific and medical X-Ray camera intended for use in
the biomedical, specimen, mammography and computed tomography (CT scanning)
fields. The XR-4 delivers superior image quality, offers a larger field of
view, and high frame rates for CT applications. Automatic exposure control
in the XR-4 minimizes patient dosage, and delivers increased resolution and
sensitivity.
In applications such as mammography, digital radiography is a vital
tool in early cancer cell detection. Digital radiographic techniques go
beyond just detecting cancer cells. If a biopsy becomes necessary, digital
radiography can help doctors to position biopsy needles properly through a
process called stereotactic imaging. The camera can assist with specimen
radiography to test tissue specimens.
DALSA Life Sciences imaging technology is incorporated into medical
imaging equipment for clinical use and significantly increases the speed
and accuracy of stereotactic biopsy needle positioning, spot imaging, CT,
and specimen radiography. This in turn decreases patient risk, procedure
accuracy, significantly reduces patient discomfort, and speeds the process.
The XR-4 digital X-Ray camera is an innovative 16 mega pixel CCD camera
for high resolution radiography applications. The camera has a very large
field of view (150 x 150 mm) and can operate at 10 frames per second (4 x 4
binning mode) using proprietary DALSA technology.
The XR-4's high spatial resolution, low noise and high sensitivity
provide better images than competing technologies. XR-4 is a reliable
camera with consistent performance over time; its robustness and durability
maximizes return on investment. With its standard Gigabit Ethernet (GigE)
output interface and no requirement for a frame grabber, the XR-4 is easily
integrated into radiography systems. The XR-4 comes in three different
models; a 7.5 x 7.5 cm, 7.5 x 15 cm and a 15 x 15 cm field of view. The
camera can also be customized to meet specific customer requirements, with
minimum investment.
Visit the DALSA booth at RSNA 2006, the Radiological Society of North
America's annual meeting, located at McCormick Place in Chicago, South
Building - Hall A: Booth #5548.
About DALSA Life Sciences
DALSA life science products provide medical and scientific imaging
equipment manufacturers, state-of-the-art image sensing, capture, and
processing technology. DALSA Life Science products are backed by a field
proven track record and an extensive install base; propelled by next
generation R&D and delivered by a dedicated and highly trained team of
image engineers. We offer value by focusing on leading edge design, build,
and manufacturing processes specifically aimed at meeting the stringent,
mission critical requirements of the medical and scientific applications.
About DALSA Corporation
DALSA is an international high performance semiconductor and
electronics company that designs, develops, manufactures, and markets
digital imaging products and solutions, in addition to providing
semiconductor products and services. DALSA's core competencies are in
specialized integrated circuit and electronics technology, software, and
highly engineered semiconductor wafer processing. Products and services
include image sensor components; electronic digital cameras; vision
processors; image processing software; and semiconductor wafer foundry
services for use in MEMS, high-voltage semiconductors, image sensors and
mixed-signal CMOS chips. DALSA is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange
under the symbol "DSA." The Company has its corporate offices in Waterloo,
ON and over 1000 employees world-wide.
All trademarks are registered by their respective companies. DALSA
reserves the right to make changes at anytime without notice.
Media Contacts:
Kirk Petersen Lisa Allocca
Marketing Communications Director Red Javelin Communications, Inc.
Tel: +1-514-333-1301 Tel: +1-978-470-2227
e-mail: kirk.petersen@dalsa.com e-mail: lisa@redjavelin.com
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Related links:
http://www.imaging.com/
CONTACT:
Kirk Petersen, Marketing Communications
Director, +1-514-333-1301, kirk.petersen@dalsa.com; or Lisa
Allocca, Red Javelin Communications, Inc., +1-978-470-2227,
lisa@redjavelin.com
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