February 22, 2008

MIRAX MICRO From Carl Zeiss Offers Users A Flexible Digital Slide Solution

BY Dr. Keith J. Kaplan

Carl Zeiss MicroImaging, Inc., a leading provider of microscopy solutions for a variety of research, clinical and industrial applications, introduces the MIRAX MICRO digital slide scanner. The MIRAX MICRO offers a workflow centric software solution developed to meet the specific requirements of pathologists.

MIRAX MICRO enables users to create digital slides when using a ZEISS high-end microscope system. Capitalizing on the proven microscopy expertise and reliable technology from ZEISS, the MIRAX MICRO produces unprecedented digital slide image quality and resolution. Users have the option of selecting objectives based on specific project needs, as well as the option to enable the random access slide loader to scan up to fifty slides automatically.

The MIRAX MICRO combines full microscope functionality and flexibility with Digital Slide technology to produce a scalable modular design to incorporate future upgrades. What’s more, the MIRAX MICRO is capable of live remote control robotic telepathology, and is well-suited for a broad range of ZEISS objectives for scanning, including glass slide viewing at magnifications up to 100x.

The MIRAX MICRO is suitable for a variety of applications including routine pathology, routine cytology, telepathology, teleconsultation and second opinion, as well as histology and cytology- based research applications.

For more information on the MIRAX MICRO, or other MIRAX systems available from Carl Zeiss, please visit www.zeiss.com/mirax.

About Carl Zeiss MicroImaging, Inc.
Carl Zeiss MicroImaging, Inc., a subsidiary of Carl Zeiss, Inc., offers microscopy solutions and systems for research, laboratories, routine and industrial applications. In addition, Carl Zeiss MicroImaging markets microscopy and digital pathology systems for the clinical market, as well as spectral sensors for industrial and pharmaceutical applications. Since1846, Carl Zeiss has remained committed to enabling science and technology to go beyond what man can see. Today, Carl Zeiss is a global leader in the optical and opto-electronic industries. With 11,249 current employees in the Group and offices in over 30 countries, Carl Zeiss is represented in more than 100 countries with production centers in Europe, North America, Central America and Asia. For more information on the breadth of solutions offered by Carl Zeiss MicroImaging, please visit www.zeiss.com/micro.

SOURCE: Carl Zeiss MicroImaging, Inc.

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