Magnetic resonance-positron emission tomography imaging apparatus
US11564575B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 17, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 31, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 2, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/182
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An MR-PET apparatus is provided. The MR-PET apparatus may include a supporting component, a PET detection device, an RF coil, and a signal shielding component. The PET detection device may be supported on the supporting component. The PET detection device may be configured to receive a plurality of photons. The RF coil may be configured to generate or receive a radio frequency (RF) signal. The signal shielding component may be placed between the PET detection device and the RF coil. The signal shielding component may be configured to shield the PET detection device from at least part of the RF signal.
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