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cord-289605-gvc673ij	Klaunberg, Brenda A.	Considerations for Setting up a Small-Animal Imaging Facility	2004		.txt	text/plain	5508	329	50	Imaging techniques allow for the conduct of noninvasive, in vivo longitudinal small-animal studies, but also require access to expensive and complex equipment, and personnel who are properly trained in their use. In vivo imaging is a noninvasive way to gain insight into the animal's anatomy and physiology 1 ; however, the unit cost and complexity of many such methods may preclude an investigator's ability to gain access to such devices. At this time, the MIF has three magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners, a micro X-ray computed tomography (CT) scanner, two ultrasound scanners, a combined luciferase/GFP imager, and a laser Doppler imager. One must consider what types of animals and models could come to the facility for imaging, because these considerations will impact staffing choices, housing availability, and imaging modalities. A facility will need to plan for additional space for the electronics and console for the scanner as well as a preparation area outside the magnetic field.	./cache/cord-289605-gvc673ij.txt	./txt/cord-289605-gvc673ij.txt