| Rectal Convex Probe | Rectal Linear Probe | Convex Probe | Linear Probe | Backfat Probe | |
| Suitable animals | Cattle (Bovine), Horse (Equine) | Cattle (Bovine), Horse (Equine) (also sheep/goat depending on probe size) | Cattle, Horse, Pig (Swine), Sheep/Goat, Dog, Cat | Cattle, Horse, Sheep/Goat, Dog, Cat | Pig (Swine) (commonly used) |
| Exam areas |
Reproductive tract via rectal scanning: uterus, ovaries Reproduction workflow assessments (farm/clinic use) |
Reproductive tract via rectal scanning: uterus, ovaries Near-field detailed observation in rectal workflows |
Abdominal organs: liver, kidney, spleen, bladder, gastrointestinal area General abdominal screening (farm/field/clinic) |
Superficial structures: tendon/ligament, muscle, subcutaneous tissue Superficial organ/soft-tissue exams (probe dependent) |
Backfat thickness measurement (backfat layer) Body condition / fat depth evaluation |