JCAHO requires that x-ray exposure measurements be determined for commonly used projections in all radiographic suites. In order to provide this information when using automatic exposure control (AEC) or automatic brightness control (ABC) systems, specially designed phantoms must be used. Attenuating material must be used between the source and AEC or ABC detectors. Since these detectors are energy dependent, measurement of skin entrance exposure requires the use of patientequivalent phantoms for meaningful results. 07 2 series
Applications
AAPM Report No. 31 recommends the use of four special phantoms for use in diagnostic x-rays. These acrylic and aluminum phantoms are patientequivalent, and are specifically designed to conform to the AAPM recommendations.
Features
Phantoms conform to AAPM recommendations contained in Report No. 31, “Standardized Methods for Measuring Diagnostic X-Ray Exposure”
Patient-equivalent acrylic and aluminum phantoms provide the necessary attenuation between the source and AEC or ABC detectors
Helps you comply with JCAHO requirements for radiographic exposure measurements
These phantoms are recommended in AAPM Report No. 60, “Instrumentation Requirements of Diagnostic Radiological Physicists”
