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Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (.dcm)

DCM, short for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine, is a file extension used for medical imaging data. Originating from the DICOM standard developed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association in collaboration with the American College of Radiology in the 1980s, it facilitates the storage, transmission, and management of medical images and related information across various devices. Its uses span hospitals and clinics, where it integrates imaging modalities like MRI, CT scans, and X-rays, ensuring interoperability and enhancing diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.

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Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support Type 1 Image (.cals)

The CALS (Continuous Acquisition and Life-cycle Support) Type 1 Image file format, developed by the United States Department of Defense in the mid-1980s, is a standard for storing raster (bit-mapped) image data, typically black-and-white. It ensures efficient data interchange and retention of orientation metadata. The format supports both uncompressed and compressed (using CCITT Group 4 compression) images. This standard was part of the broader CALS initiative aimed at improving electronic publishing and data management within the federal government.

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How to convert DCM to CALS?

  1. Upload DCM File

    Start uploading a DCM image by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your DCM file.

  2. Select DCM Tools

    For an advanced conversion, use the DCM to CALS optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your CALS

    Wait a few moments for the converter to complete its job, then download your CALS file.

Convert DCM to CALS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change DCM format to CALS?

To change DCM format to CALS, upload your DCM file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your DCM file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted CALS file afterward.

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Convert DCM to CALS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to DCM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DCM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DCM_INPUT_FILE --to cals

Convert DCM to CALS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to DCM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DCM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DCM_INPUT_FILE --to cals

Convert DCM to CALS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to DCM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DCM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DCM_INPUT_FILE --to cals

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