3D Analyze software allows users to view, edit, and analyze MRI and CT scans in 3D with tools for volume rendering, measuring distances and angles, creating cutplanes, and annotating images.
3D Analyze is an advanced medical imaging software used for loading, processing, and analyzing MRI, CT, and PET scans in 3 dimensions. It was originally developed by the Biomedical Imaging Resource at the Mayo Clinic in the 1990s.
Some key features of 3D Analyze include:
While initially designed for research, 3D Analyze has tools useful for clinical diagnosis and treatment planning. It allows medical professionals to visualize anatomical structures in 3D rather than individual scan slices. The annotated images can also be used for publishing studies or creating visual aids for patients.
The software runs on Windows and Mac OS X platforms. It has an intuitive user interface allowing both novice and advanced users. 3D Analyze is frequently updated by the Mayo Clinic and remains popular despite the availability of proprietary alternatives.