The Center for Molecular and Functional Imaging (CMFI) came into existence at a time when our colleagues in molecular biology deciphered the human genome and began to unravel both its biological ...

The UCSF Physics Research Laboratory maintains several small animal imaging resources in collaboration with other groups. These imaging resources are housed in the MicroPET/CT, MicroSPECT/CT, MicroCT, ...

Most pellets and bullets tested for MR compatibility are composed of nonferromagnetic materials. Ammunition that is ferromagnetic tended to be manufactured in foreign countries and or used for ...

MRI procedures performed will be conducted in accordance with established protocols and in reference to the American College of Radiology Guidelines. Appropriate precautions will be followed to ensure ...

You might have seen news stories saying that CT scans could raise your risk of cancer. While it’s true that CT scans use radiation, these stories don’t always tell the full story and can cause ...

The Neuroimaging Research Group includes more than 20 clinical and research faculty and staff, postdoctoral fellows, and medical and graduate students who examine the brain’s structure and function, ...

Our research group takes an engineering driven approach to developing advanced medical imaging methods, with a primary focus on MRI and additional work in CT and PET. The group is led by Prof. Peder ...

Digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT, or sometimes informally referred to as "3D mammography") is a further evolution of digital mammography, recommended for women starting at age 40.* Building on the ...

Clinical practice guidelines for the use of CT & MRI in pregnant and lactating patients. The MRI Safety Committee establishes and maintains the MRI safety guidelines, policies, and procedures for all ...

Date of coronary stent placement and device manufacturer should be documented prior to MRI. If confirmed coronary stent details remain unknown despite reasonable attempts to locate them, proceed with ...