In addition to its large, 82cm gantry bore and optional Moodlight feature, the SOMATOM X.cite includes the Patient Observation Camera. This new 2D visualization camera allows the technologist to closely monitor the patient while he or she is inside the gantry for potentially fewer patient motion artifacts. The SOMATOM X.cite also includes Visual Patient Instruction, a new visual breath hold indicator on the gantry that guides the patient through the breath hold process with color-guided visual instructions.

Together, these features create a holistic, patient-centric scanning experience.


The technologist can control scan preparation and oversee the scan via a detachable, gantry-mounted tablet, enabling the technologist to remain with the patient until immediately before the scan. An optional FAST Integrated Workflow with FAST 3D Positioning Camera collects further anatomical information and automatically positions the patient at isocenter. The Vectron X-ray tube enables a maximum 1,200 mA High Power mode at low 70 or 80 kV stations; low kV scanning with significant power reserves enables lowering of radiation dose and contrast media volumes. Together with the Stellar Infinity detector, the Vectron tube enables visualization of even the smallest details with 0.30 mm precision resolution. To further personalize the scanning process, the SOMATOM X.cite is capable of fine-tuned 10 kV steps, enabling a greater range of personalized dose modulation.

The SOMATOM X.cite CT scanner with the myExam Companion intelligent user interface concept will be displayed at the Siemens Healthineers booth (7530) at the 105th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), Dec. 1-7 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

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