In Vivo Imaging for Preclinical Research
Seeing More Matters to Researchers
What is 'in vivo' imaging?
Studies in which research is conducted on whole, living organisms, be it animals, humans or plants.
What are the benefits to in vivo Imaging?
- Provides unique insights into complex biological processes
- Often replaces more rudimentary and less accurate techniques, such as measuring tumor volume with calipers
- Advanced technologies more accurately determine volume and location
- Essential bridge between in vitro data and clinical translation
- Facilitates translational drug development
Key Imaging Technology & Applications
Imaging technologies such as our Vevo F2 (ultra high-frequency ultrasound) and the Vevo LAZR-X20 (photoacoustic imaging) allow researchers to acquire high-resolution images and robust anatomical, functional and molecular data, helping advance biomedical research.
Our non-invasive system supports various animal disease models across numerous applications.
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How do Vevo Systems Implement the 3Rs?
| Replacement | Reduction | Refinement |
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| With ultrasound, you can use the same animal throughout the study; resulting in fewer animals being used across your studies. | The ability to monitor the same animal as the control throughout your studies reduces the amount of animals needed to acquire results; increasing statistical power. | Our Vevo systems use ultrasound and anaesthesia to image animals, resulting in minimal harm and distress to the research animal. |
Non-invasive, in vivo imaging supports longitudinally studies in order to reduce overall animal usage.
Advancements in imaging technology and software are helping researchers around the world expand their research further than ever before!
Let's Talk 3Rs
Animal Welfare and Multi-modal Imaging
Want to learn more about the 3Rs? Watch our collection of workshop videos talking all about how ultrasound imaging can help advance your research non-invasively with experts in the industry.