| Q: | What are the advantages of the 3D technology? |
| A: | Clearer pictures and easier understanding of complex structures leads to a significant reduction in inaccurate diagnoses. Displaying the entire volume of an object that is being examined makes it possible to analyze the tissue concerned. |
| Q: | What are the advantages of the 4D technology? |
| A: | In contrast to other 3D imaging diagnostic processes, it allows real-time diagnoses to be made and can be used for moving objects or organs.
For example: Movement patterns of fetuses allows conclusions to be drawn about their development; increase of accuracy in ultrasound guided biopsies thanks to the full control of needle movements in real time in all 3 planes. |
| Q: | What is Volume Rendering? |
| A: | The Volume Rendering is a calculation process to visualize certain 3D-structures of a scanned volume by means of a 2D-image. Instead of using geometrical information (edges, lines etc.) "Projection Way’s" are sent through an 3D-dataset (Volume Block) to analyze the intersecting "Voxels.”
The render (calculation) algorithm -- surface or transparent mode -- determines how 3D-structures are visualized. |
| Q: | What about 2D, is the image quality comparable to other 2D ultrasound machines? |
| A: | The 2D is the foundation of any ultrasound product. GE would not be able to achieve the amazing 3D/4D image quality without excellent 2D image quality. |
| Q: | How long does it take to acquire a volume? |
| A: | The Voluson 730 is the only system on the market able to provide real time volume acquisition. The system is displaying images up to 16 volumes/sec, it means that the volume acquisition time is up to 0.06 sec. |
| Q: | Are there other applications beyond pretty baby pictures? |
| A: | Yes. The Voluson 730 is a full-service ultrasound system that can be used for breast imaging, interventional urology and general imaging. |
