3D Mole Mapping
3D Mole Mapping uses advanced 3D imaging technology to create a detailed map of your skin, enabling early detection and monitoring of potential skin cancers when they’re most treatable.
Now available at our Vancouver Care Centre.
For the early detection of skin cancer
3D Mole Mapping is a groundbreaking whole-body imaging system for early skin cancer detection, the first of its kind in British Columbia. This state of the art system captures the entire surface of your skin in seconds. Using the Vectra WB360, 92 high resolution cameras produce a 3D map of your body.
3D Mole Mapping allows a dermatologist to monitor and track skin lesions over time. This tool can help detect skin cancer at an early stage. Subtle changes in moles may be indicative of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, which, when found early, is at its most curable phase.
Early detection
Early detection of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, potentially avoiding unnecessary biopsies.
Comprehensive monitoring
Advanced imaging tracks every detail in texture, size, color and pigmentation of your moles and skin lesions, so nothing goes unnoticed.
Results reviewed by dermatologists
Our advanced screening technology pairs with board-certified dermatologists for comprehensive preventive health.
How it works
Before your appointment
To ensure the most accurate results, please review the following instructions:
Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for check-in.
Please be clean-shaven and avoid wearing any lotions or makeup on the day of your appointment.
Individuals with excess body hair are advised trimming to allow the cameras to scan the surface of your skin.
Be ready to remove any jewelry and glasses prior to the scan.
You will be asked to review and sign a consent form prior to your appointment.
During your appointment
Our staff will explain the imaging process in detail.
You will be asked to change into a special garment and robe that will be provided to you. Please remove your clothing, jewelry, glasses and tie up long hair.
Next, you will stand in the Vectra WB360 imaging booth. You will see a number of bright flashes as the images are captured in less than 5 seconds. It’s completely painless and non-invasive.
Once the photos are captured, you can put the robe back on while our system processes the 3D mole map.
Any moles that require further magnification photography will be photographed up-close with a handheld device called a dermatoscope.
After your appointment
Your 3D Mole Mapping results will be reviewed by our dermatologist, and you will be notified if a mole is found to be suspicious requiring follow-up.
Follow-up care is to be provided by your primary care provider.
Want to schedule your scan?
Please note that this service is currently available to our
LifePlus
members or Preventive Health Assessment
(PHA) clients. During your PHA, your physician will evaluate your skin cancer risk factors to determine if 3D Mole Mapping is the best choice for you.
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FAQs
3D Mole Mapping appointments take place at the following location:
Vancouver
Address
808 Nelson Street, Suite 300, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 2H2
Phone number
604-707-2273
