Primary applications are in mammography, medical research and pathology.
The system's X-ray tube has a thin beryllium window and small focal spot size which combined with the Faxitron's low kV capability, enable medical professionals to obtain extremely high resolution specimen radiographs. The Faxitron's automatic exposure control allows users to make radiographs easily and reliably. This assists in the detection of occult lesions. Thus, breast cancer can be diagnosed at an earlier, more curable stage. Diagnosis can be quicker and less expensive, because specimen radiographs focus attention on critical areas and reduce the number of sections needed.