Unique Scanner Information for Brain sMRI Instance 2

Lei Fan

Hi everyone,

I am working with UK Biobank brain sMRI data and have a question regarding Instance 2. According to UKB Field 54, these scans were collected from four different locations. I would like to confirm whether each location consistently used the same scanner device throughout the data collection process.

Additionally, where can I find unique identifiers or detailed specifications of the scanners used in Instance 2? Is there any metadata available that records this information?

Thank you!

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    Bethan Data Analyst

    Hi Lei!

    Thank you for your community forum post.

    Yes, all four imaging sites (Cheadle, Reading, Bristol and Newcastle) used the same scanner device throughout the data collection process. You may be particularly interested in reading The UK Biobank Imaging enhancement of 100,000 participants paper for more information about the scanner devices and data collection process.

    Besides this paper, you can also find documentation on the imaging study and the different protocols used in several Showcase resources. This includes documentation such as resource 2367 and resource 1977, resource 349, and resource 2005.

    I hope this helps!

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