Multimodal Imaging Services and Rates
The in vivo imaging program provides a unique depth and breadth of services offered for whole-animal imaging to meet a broad spectrum of investigator and colony needs. The Multimodal Imaging Core functions within an organized structure with a high level of expertise for imaging and interpretation.
The Multimodal Imaging Core develops innovative methods and techniques using state-of-the-art technologies. The Core has developed a complement of new techniques, including those used to explore the pharmacokinetics of novel radiopharmaceuticals by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
In Vivo Imaging Capabilities
Ultrasound imaging includes a spectrum of applications during pregnancy and an array of ultrasound-guided procedures that provide an efficient means for sample collection and delivery into a variety of anatomical sites across all age groups (fetal to aged). From a colony management perspective, established fetal growth charts are routinely used to confirm gestational age in time-mated animals, and to predict gestational age in outdoor-housed animals where the time of conception is not known. Time-mated animals are screened annually, and evaluated once pregnant for assignment to research projects.
- GE Discovery@ 610 PET/CT
- Optical imaging
- πPET
- Total-body PET/CT provided through the µBioExplorer, the state-of-the-art in PET imaging
- Radiochemistry
- Pharmacokinetic analyses
- Other related assays as arranged
Additional Services
- Histology: Routine and custom services
- Whole slide scans
- Molecular assays as arranged
Rates
The University has established recharge rates. Costs will vary based on the services, equipment, and experimental protocol used. Multimodal Imaging Core Rates [PDF] For a cost estimate, to receive information on rates, and for other questions, please contact Alice Tarantal, Ph.D.