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DPX-IQ Operator’s Manual Forearm E-3
11. Select
!
to start the scan. Monitor the first few lines to make sure the detector
position is correct (figure E-3): make sure the top of the ulna styloid process (
➊
) is
shown in the first 10 scan lines acquired.
If the detector position is not correct, select
#
to stop the scan. Refer to
section 2.3.5.
12. After the scan stops, select
$
to continue the scan for 15–20 more lines. Select
#
.
13. After the scan, remove the patient’s arm from the positioner. Select
!
to go back to
the Forearm Options screen.
Figure E-3. Correct forearm scan image
E.2 Acquisition Information
During a forearm image acquisition, refer to the information that follows to help you
complete the acquisition procedure.
E.2.1 Measure the Forearm Length
Measure the forearm (figure E-4 from the ulna styloid process (
➊
), the protrusion on
the wrist) to the elbow (
➋
).
Figure E-4. Measure the forearm
➊
➊
➋