3D in-vivo X-ray microtomography of living snails

In this paper we report the first in-vivo scanning of living snails by desktop X-ray microtomograph with a resolution up to 10 gm. Consecutive cross-sections were acquired without destroying the specimen. Subsequently, 3D images were reconstructed. The results clearly demonstrate the possibilities of in-vivo scanning. Processes of growth and regeneration of living snails were visualized over a period of time.