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2-4 Basic Procedures DPX-IQ Operator’s Manual
2.3.2 Basic Steps for Image Acquisition
Five basic steps are required to complete a scan image acquisition. These steps are
briefly given in this section. Refer to appendixes A thru G for more information.
Step 1: Select Scan Type
At the Options screen, select
(
and highlight the necessary scan type. Select
!
.
Step 2: Add a Patient or Select a Patient
At the Options screen, select
#
. The Patient Directory Screen is shown. Complete
one of the procedures that follow:
•
Add a Patient—If the patient was not scanned before, you must record
mandatory patient information.
• Select a Patient—If the patient was scanned before, select the patient at the
Patient Directory screen.
NOTE: Refer to section 2.3.3 to add or select a patient.
Step 3: Position the Patient
The patient must be in the correct position before you start the scan. Each scan type
has a specified patient position.
Step 4: Locate Scan Start Position
You must use the laser light to locate the scan start position for the detector. A correct
scan start position makes sure the program accurately scans the region of interest.
There is a specified scan start position for each scan type. When X-ray beams are on,
the X-ray on symbol appears on the screen; refer to section 1.2.3.
NOTE: It is not necessary to locate a scan start position for total body
image acquisition.
Step 5: Scan the Patient
After you position the patient and laser light, start the scan. A shutter below the scan
table opens to let the x-ray beams scan the image. During the scan, the scan arm
moves until the scan region is acquired by the program. After the scan, the shutter
closes and x-rays turn off. Make sure the patient does not move during
scan acquisition.
NOTE: If you notice problems in the display image during acquisition,
complete the scan and analyze the image. (Refer to section 2.4.) The
problems should be corrected in the analysis. If not, perform another
scan. If this happens repeatedly, contact LUNAR Customer Support.