Clinically-approved (CE Europe) SkinScanner for Preclinical Research
See Deeper. Understand Skin Better.
APAC Scientific is excited to offer the Dermus SkinScanner, a high-frequency ultrasound imaging device with MDR CE (Class IIa) certification. The system enables advanced skin imaging for dermatology research and translational studies, combining dermoscopy-guided optical imaging with high-frequency ultrasound.
The technology is particularly relevant in Australia, where melanoma incidence is among the highest globally. Non-invasive imaging approaches such as dermoscopy-guided high-frequency ultrasound can support improved in-vivo characterization of cutaneous lesions and research into melanoma and keratinocyte cancers.
SkinScanner allows researchers to precisely locate skin structures and visualize subsurface morphology in a reproducible way, operating at 20–40 MHz with imaging depths up to 10 mm.
The platform supports preclinical studies, dermatologic research, and technology development, enabling detailed visualization of skin structures, lesions, and treatment responses in both human and animal models.
Key Technology Features
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Dermoscopy-guided imaging with a 12 × 12 mm optical field of view
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20–40 MHz high-frequency ultrasound
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Imaging depth up to 10 mm
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Precise positioning and reproducible scans
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Integrated positioning line for accurate scan alignment
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1-D Power Doppler mode for vascular assessment
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Portable point-of-care research device
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Proprietary patented imaging technology with registered design
Advanced Research Platform
SkinScanner is complemented by a software platform designed for research workflows, providing tools for data analysis and longitudinal study design.
Capabilities include:
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AI-based segmentation of skin layers
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Quantification of structural skin changes
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Anonymized data management for research cohorts
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Web-based platform with cloud or local storage
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Annotation and advanced image filters
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Import of third-party imaging data
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Two-point distance measurement and volume estimation
Research Applications
SkinScanner supports a broad range of dermatologic and translational research applications, including:
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Skin cancer research (melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma)
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Inflammatory skin disease research (psoriasis, morphea, hidradenitis suppurativa)
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Hair and scalp biology
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Dermal structure imaging
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Aesthetic and cosmetic treatment research
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Preclinical models of skin disease
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Monitoring structural changes in longitudinal studies
Scientific Validation
SkinScanner technology has been used in a growing number of peer-reviewed studies published in journals including:
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British Journal of Dermatology
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Cancers
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Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology
Recent research demonstrates the potential of dermoscopy-guided high-frequency ultrasound for studying skin tumor morphology, staging research, and monitoring experimental treatments.