Skin analysis apparatus including an ultrasound probe

Details Skin analysis apparatus including an ultrasound probe Skin analysis apparatus including an ultrasound probe

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Casler, Brian (Department: 3737)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Detecting nuclear, electromagnetic, or ultrasonic radiation

Reexamination Certificate

active

07901355

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to an analysis apparatus for analyzing the skin, the which includes an ultrasound probe arranged to analyze the skin along an axis and a vibrator arranged to emit at least one shear wave to a region of the skin extending about the axis. The ultrasound probe is arranged to detect displacements induced in the skin by the propagation of the shear wave.

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