Kromek Launches New Family of SPECT Cameras

Kromek, a radiation detection technology company focusing on the medical, security and nuclear markets, has launched eVance, a new generation of CZT-based SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) cameras that forms a vital part of nuclear medical imaging systems now used by clinicians.

eVance combines Kromek’s eV-CZT detectors, fully integrated with advanced application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) and microelectronics technology. This enables OEMs to integrate turn-key CZT cameras into almost all nuclear medical imaging system currently being sold, for the diagnosis of disease based on the detection of radiation emitting from within the body. Based on clinical data from thousands of patients, the improved efficiency and image quality of CZT-based SPECT cameras delivers better sensitivity and specificity compared with standard scintillator cameras, according to the company. The impact to the patient is better diagnostic performance while reducing their overall radiation exposure.

Kromek initiated a program to simplify the market adoption curve to CZT-based semiconductor sensor technology by offering the OEMs eVance cameras as an off-the-shelf solution. The company has begun shipping its small field of view cameras for a thyroid application and throughout the rest of this year will introduce other camera sizes to address specific SPECT imaging applications, executives said. This universal platform is an easy option for both small and large companies to incorporate into their product offerings in a very short period of time without all the cost associated with new technology development.

“Kromek’s ability to manufacture detector solutions at an economic cost will allow mainstream adoption over the next few years, which promises to enable a fundamental shift in the market allowing better images and more accurate detection, with lower energy doses and faster cycle times,” CEO Arnab Basu said. “The performance of our eVance cameras is compelling, and is sure to be a platform with a substantially long product lifecycle.”

Kromek is a United Kingdom-based radiation detection solutions Group that provides digital colour x-ray and gamma ray detection and imaging. Our products enable direct materials identification in the security screening, civil nuclear and medical imaging markets. With operations in the United Kingdom and United States, Kromek sells internationally with partnerships and distribution channels in Asia, Europe, and North America, to a global customer base ranging from national governments and regulatory bodies to international airports and research institutes, and from major energy providers to the world’s largest technology and medical equipment groups.