Hollyoak's Radiographic Imaging One of the problems with many vet radiographic (X-ray) systems is the lack of power - especially noticed when dealing with larger dogs.  In such cases, imaging details become 'fuzzy' and indistinct with poor contrast.  So this is one area of the Hollyoak practice where we choose to use a more powerful 'human' radiographic imager.  This gives us excellent images that are far superior to those machines that are 'veterinary' specific.  We are also installing a hybrid system which involves 'wet' processing and digital storage capabilities on our computer sysem.  This gives us most of the advantages of fully digital x-ray systems, like the ability to enhance the images, but at a much lower cost (reducing pet owner costs is a constant theme in our equipment selection process).  When a vet is explaining a diagnosis to a pet owner, she can display the radiograph image on the consulting room computer screen in an instant.   Return to LAB page