An imaging system for imaging an object. The imaging system includes a
support member adapted to receive the object in an immobilized state. The
system also includes first means for imaging the immobilized object in a
first imaging mode to capture a first image, and second means for imaging
the immobilized object in a second imaging mode, different from the first
imaging mode, to capture a second image. The first imaging mode is
selected from the group: x-ray mode and radio isotopic mode. The second
imaging mode is selected from the group: bright-field mode and dark-field
mode. A removable phosphor screen is employed when the first image is
captured and not employed when the second image is captured. The phosphor
screen is adapted to transduce ionizing radiation to visible light. The
phosphor screen is adapted to be removable without moving the immobilized
object. The system can further include means for generating a third image
comprised of the first and second image.