hologic , inc . notes to consolidated financial statements ( continued ) ( in thousands , except per share data ) acquisition of r2 technology , inc . on july 13 , 2006 , the company completed the acquisition of r2 technology , inc . ( 201cr2 201d ) pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger dated april 24 , 2006 . the results of operations for r2 have been included in the company 2019s consolidated financial statements from the date of acquisition as part of its mammography/breast care business segment