Imaging Technology
The LARIF has a range of imaging resources for the study of large animals.
The LARIF provides cutting-edge medical imaging facilities, including:
- Computed tomography (64-slice scanner)
- Magnetic resonance imaging (3 tesla (3T) MRI scanner)
- C-arm fluoroscopic X-ray system
- Ultrasound
- Mobile PET-CT imaging is also available on request, and radiotracers can be supplied from the local Edinburgh Imaging Radiochemistry Facility (QMRI)
The LARIF imaging facilities benefit from close collaboration and support from Edinburgh Imaging, an academic hub of expertise in medical/veterinary imaging, preclinical imaging and image analysis.
Imaging facilities at the LARIF allow for the study of brain and body composition in livestock such as sheep and pigs.
Different imaging techniques enable research into degenerative diseases, neurological diseases, body composition and the anatomy and physiology of large animals.
3T MRI Scanner
MRI Scanner specifications:
- Manufacturer: Siemens
- Bore size: 70cm
- Field strength: 3 Tesla
64-Slice CT Scanner
CT Scanner specifications:
- Manufacturer: Siemens
- Bore size: 78cm
- 64-slice
Ultrasound Imaging
A Siemens Sonoline ultrasound scanner is available for imaging, along with the assistance of an ultrasonographer.