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- DEXA InAlyzer – PIXImus Comparison
DEXA InAlyzer – PIXImus Comparison
The DEXA InAlyzer offers a well-tested technology for the measurement of bone mineral density and body composition in laboratory animals. The InAlyzer DEXA systems are as much as five times faster than the PIXImus, and the InAlyzer provides greater precision. A key InAlyzer benefit is the option to handle lab animals as large as 3000 grams, while the PIXImus is limited to 50 grams. The chart below details the two systems.
| InAlyzer DEXA | Lunar Piximus | |
|---|---|---|
| Scan Time: | 1min.(Quick), 3min. (Optimum), 5min.(Accuracy) | <5 minutes/acquisition |
| Pixel Size: | 108 x 108 μm | 180 x 180 μm |
| Image Area: | 14* 21 cm; (21*31.5 cm optional) | 8 cm x 6.5 cm |
| Animal Size: | 10-500 gm, 500-3000 gm (optional) | 10 - 50 grams |
| Total BMD Precision: | < 1% (CV) | SD 0.075 mg/cm², CV 1.5% @ 50 mg/cm² |
| Total Body Fat Precision: | < 1% (CV) | 1% Fat, 5% @ 20% Fat |
| ROI Selection: | 30 ROI, 10 XROI, 30 CROI, 10 CXROI | 5 ROI |
| Results: | Body Composition (Fat/ Lean/ BMC/ BMD / FAT%) | Bone Mineral Density (BMD) in mg/cm², Bone Mineral Content (BMC), in mg, Bone area in cm², %Fat, Lean tissue in grams, Fat tissue in grams |
| Pixel Pitch: | 54 μm (108 μm in Analysis) | 48 μm |
| Positioning: | Center preferred, in scan area line | Custom positioner for animal, immobilization, disposable to reduce contamination |
| X-Ray Geometry: | Cone beam, Stationary area detector | |
| Computer: | Windows 10 PC or Laptop | Portable Notebook |
| X-Ray Tube/Generator: | Stationary anode, 0.3 mm focal spot, Dual-energy supply, 80/35 kVp @ 500μA | |
| Physical Dimensions: | 740(W) x 430(D) x 717(H )mm | 30W x 63D x 33H cm (12 x 25 x 13 in) |
| Power Environment: | 90 ~ 264 VAC | 110-120 VAC (±10%), 5A, 60Hz (±2Hz), 200-240 VAC (±10%), 2.5A, 50Hz (±2Hz), 18-27 °C (64-81 °F) operating temp. |
| Beam Type: | Fan Beam | |
| Weight: | 115 kg | <27 kg |