The global population is aging, leading to a rise in chronic diseases like cancer and placing immense pressure on healthcare systems worldwide. This demographic shift results in increased patient loads and diagnostic samples, yet the number of skilled pathologists has not kept pace with this demand. Additionally, there is growing urgency—particularly within oncology—to shorten diagnosis times for better treatment outcomes.

To address these challenges, pathology laboratories must enhance output efficiency without compromising quality. Digital pathology technologies—including automated digital microscopes, slide scanners, and other systems—are transforming traditional workflows by digitizing what pathologists once examined under manual lenses. These innovations streamline operations in multiple ways: reducing diagnostic time, enabling remote expert consultations via telepathology (thus eliminating the need for physical slide shipment), improving data storage efficiency, and delivering additional benefits that boost overall lab productivity.

The Adimec 12 Megapixel cameras—Q-12A65 and Q-12A180—are engineered to meet these demanding requirements by combining high resolution with rapid frame speeds. Their exceptional image quality ensures the precise input data needed for advanced analysis, while features like region of interest (ROI) optimization allow labs to fine-tune sharpness settings quickly even before capturing full-resolution images.

Furthermore, technologies such as Full-Field Optical Coherence Tomography (FFOCT) are emerging as a valuable complement to traditional histology. FFOCT enables real-time imaging during surgical procedures, offering detailed insights without the delays associated with conventional methods. The accompanying image illustrates a direct comparison between FFOCT and histology—courtesy of LLTech.

For an in-depth look at Adimec’s cutting-edge camera solutions, including our extreme full well cameras, join us at booth #4541 at Photonics West this week.

Last Updated: 2025-09-04 20:18:56