DCM file format
| Extension | .dcm |
| Category | images |
| Programs | ACD Systems Canvas 15 DicomWorks ezDICOM MRIcro IrfanView OsiriX Imaging Software MeVisLab ImageMagick GIMP |
| Main program | Adobe Photoshop CC |
| Description | DCM is an international format specifically designed for storing body images captured using medical imaging equipment. This includes magnetic resonance, computer tomography, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and images taken with other medical imaging devices. Additionally, it functions as a storage medium for patient information within the metadata included in each file. |
| Technical details | DCM is a file type created by DICOM, which stands for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine. It was developed to facilitate the viewing and distribution of medical images using a standardized file format. This file format is used for storing MRI's, CT scans, ultrasound images, and other body scans, along with patient details and other relevant information. |