
3. System Overview
This chapter provides an overview of Butterfly iQ™. It includes information about its features, the components that
are included in the system, requirements necessary to download, install, and use the Butterfly iQ™ App, and an
overview of the user interface.
NOTE
Depending on your platform, hardware, country and membership type, certain presets, modes and
features may not be available.
Overview
Butterfly iQ™ is a hand-held general purpose diagnostic ultrasound imaging device. The system consists of three
components:
• Compatible Apple
®
or Android personal electronic devices including phones and tablets (the mobile device)
• The Butterfly iQ™ Application (App), downloaded and installed on the compatible mobile device
• The Butterfly iQ™ Probe that connects to the mobile device to generate and receive ultrasound signals
NOTE
The mobile device is not included with the Butterfly iQ™ Ultrasound System; you must purchase it
separately.
Modes
Butterfly iQ™ provides the following modes:
• B-Mode
• M-Mode
• Color Doppler
• Power Doppler
• Spectral Pulsed-Wave Doppler
Measurements
Butterfly iQ™ lets you perform clinical measurements in each available mode. Measurements available include, but
are not limited to distance, time, area and heart rate.
Probe Types
Butterfly iQ™ provides a single probe that is capable of performing all indicated clinical applications.
System Overview
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