Patent ID: 7254266

Claim:
In a computer system, a method for automating the expert quantification of image data using a product algorithm comprising: obtaining a product algorithm for analysis of a first set of image data wherein said product algorithm is configured to recognize at least one entity within said first set of image data via a training mode that utilizes iterative input to an evolving algorithm obtained from at least one first user, wherein said training mode comprises: presenting a first set of said at least one entity to said user for feedback as to the accuracy of said first set of identified entities; obtaining said feedback from said user; executing said evolving algorithm using said feedback; presenting a second set of said at least one entity to said user for feedback as to the accuracy of said second set of identified entities; obtaining approval from said user about said second set of entities; storing said evolving algorithm as a product algorithm; providing said product algorithm to at least one second user so that said at least one second user can apply said product algorithm against a second set of image data having said at least one entity.