GE Discovery MI Gen 2 – Flagship Digital PET/CT System

The GE Discovery MI Gen 2 is a next-generation hybrid PET/CT scanner, representing the pinnacle of molecular and anatomical imaging. Engineered for oncology, cardiology, and neurology, it integrates revolutionary digital PET technology, a high-performance CT platform, and AI-enabled quantitative software to deliver unparalleled sensitivity, ultra-high spatial resolution, and significantly reduced radiation dose.

  • Scintillator: Lutetium-based (LBS – Lutetium Oxyorthosilicate)
  • Photodetectors: Silicon Photomultipliers (SiPM) – fully digital signal acquisition
  • Axial Field of View (AFOV):
  • 3R: 15 cm
  • 4R: 20 cm
  • 5R: 25 cm (longest in the Discovery MI Gen 2 series)
  • Sensitivity (NEMA): Up to 21 kcps/MBq/mL (5R configuration)—the highest among all time-of-flight (TOF) PET/CT systems worldwide
  • Time-of-Flight (TOF) Resolution: 385 picoseconds—enabling superior noise suppression and image clarity
  • Scatter Fraction: 41% (optimized through advanced detector geometry and reconstruction)
  • Transaxial Field of View: 70 cm—accommodating diverse patient sizes with comfort

Type: System

Country of origin: USA

Brand: GE

Description
Specifications

Description

The GE Discovery MI Gen 2 is a next-generation hybrid PET/CT platform that redefines molecular imaging through its fully digital PET detector technology, high-performance CT subsystem, and intelligent quantitative software suite. Designed for oncology, cardiology, and neurology, it delivers unmatched sensitivity, ultra-high spatial resolution, and significantly reduced radiation exposure—enabling earlier diagnosis, precise therapy monitoring, and personalized care.
Available in three scalable configurations, the system offers flexible clinical deployment:
  • Discovery MI 3R: 15 cm axial field of view (AFOV) — ideal for routine oncology and focused studies
  • Discovery MI 4R: 20 cm AFOV — balanced performance for comprehensive whole-body and organ-specific imaging
  • Discovery MI 5R: 25 cm AFOV — the longest digital PET coverage available, enabling whole-body PET acquisition in a single bed position with exceptional speed and sensitivity
This scalability allows institutions to select the optimal configuration based on patient volume, clinical focus, and research ambitions—without compromising on image quality or quantitative accuracy.
Powered by silicon photomultipliers (SiPM) and lutetium-based scintillators (LBS), the Discovery MI Gen 2 achieves a TOF resolution of 385 picoseconds and a record NEMA sensitivity of up to 21 kcps/MBq/mL (5R)—the highest among all commercial TOF-PET/CT systems. Combined with Q.Clear advanced reconstruction and low-dose CT, it ensures diagnostic confidence even at ultra-low radiotracer doses or ultrafast scan times.
With seamless integration into clinical workflows, cloud-ready analytics, and support for quantitative biomarkers, the Discovery MI Gen 2 represents the future of precision molecular imaging—delivering speed, sensitivity, and scientific rigor across the full spectrum of modern medicine.

Specifications

Key Specifications
PET Subsystem
  • Scintillator: Lutetium-based (LBS – Lutetium Oxyorthosilicate)
  • Detectors: Silicon Photomultipliers (SiPM) – fully digital signal chain
  • Axial Field of View (AFOV):
  • 3R: 15 cm
  • 4R: 20 cm
  • 5R: 25 cm (longest in class)
  • Sensitivity (NEMA): Up to 21 kcps/MBq/mL (5R) — world’s highest for TOF-PET/CT
  • Time-of-Flight (TOF) Resolution: 385 picoseconds
  • Scatter Fraction: 41%
  • Transaxial FOV: 70 cm
CT Subsystem
  • Slices: 64 (upgradeable to 128 via Volume Helical Shuttle)
  • Minimum slice thickness: 0.625 mm
  • Detector coverage per rotation: 40 mm
  • Perfusion coverage: 120 mm (using Volume Helical Shuttle)
  • Generator power: 72 kW (up to 100 kW peak)
  • X-ray tube: Performix™ 40 Plus – high heat capacity, fast cooling
  • Gantry rotation time: 0.35 seconds
  • Max patient weight: 227 kg
  • Gantry aperture: 70 cm
General Parameters
  • Country of manufacture: USA
  • Dimensions (W × D × H): 193 × 234 × 156 cm
  • System weight: 3,612 kg

Core Technologies & Clinical Advantages
1. Digital PET Platform
  • HiLight Clarity: Spatial resolution down to 0.28 mm—enables detection of sub-centimeter lesions
  • Q.Clear: Bayesian penalized-likelihood reconstruction with full convergence—doubles quantitative accuracy vs. conventional methods
  • Q.Freeze / Q.Static: Motion compensation for respiratory or cardiac motion—delivers “frozen” sharp images without blur
  • TOF (385 ps): Enhances signal-to-noise ratio, reduces scan time by up to 50%, and improves lesion detectability
2. Intelligent Dose Management (CT)
  • ASiR-V: Reduces CT radiation dose by 50–82% while preserving diagnostic quality
  • OptiDose: Anatomy-adaptive dose modulation
  • 3D mA Modulation: Real-time tube current adjustment across X/Y/Z axes for optimal dose distribution
3. Advanced Clinical Applications
  • 5-Beat Cardiac: Full cardiac PET/CT in just 5 heartbeats
  • SnapShot Freeze: Eliminates motion blur in coronary arteries during CT
  • Smart MAR: Three-stage metal artifact reduction for post-implant imaging
  • Pediatric Protocols: Age- and size-adjusted low-dose workflows
  • Motion Match: Aligns PET/CT with prior imaging for radiotherapy planning
  • Biopsy Mode: Real-time guidance for interventional procedures
4. Workflow Automation
  • SmartPrep: Automated contrast tracking for optimal bolus timing
  • Exam Split: Segments exams into anatomical regions for tailored protocols
  • Direct MPR with Auto-Batch: Instant multiplanar reconstructions with automatic PACS routing
  • RadRx: Custom protocol creation and management
  • Daily Quality Assurance (DQA): Fast system validation with minimal dose and time
5. Sustainability & Design Efficiency
  • 75% smaller electronics footprint
  • 90% lower power consumption vs. previous generations
  • 44% quieter operation—enhancing patient comfort and departmental acoustics