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Summary of the key differences between in vivo and ex vivo scanning protocols.
| In vivo | Ex vivo | |
|---|---|---|
| Sequence | Fast spin echo | Gradient echo |
| Weighting | T2-weighted | T2*-weighted |
| Resolution | 150 μm3 | 40 μm3 |
| Imaging time | 1 h 30 min | 11 h 24 min |
| Imaging coil | 4 channel surface coil | Volume coil |
| No. of subjects imaged per acquisition | 1 | 3 |
| Averages | 1 | 6 |
| Contrast agent? | N | Y |
