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DPX-IQ Operator’s Manual AP Spine A-3
9. Select
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to go back to the AP Spine Options screen.
Figure A-3. AP spine scan image
A.2 AP Spine Analysis
NOTE: In most cases, the software will accurately analyze the scan image.
However, unusual anatomy or incorrect patient positioning may
require you to complete manual adjustments to the scan image, such
as ROI or edgemarker positions.
The procedure that follows gives the basic steps necessary to complete an AP spine
image analysis. Refer to section A.3 for more information.
1. Refer to section 2.4.1 to select a patient scan file for analysis.
2. At the Bone Results screen, make sure the space markers and labels are correct. Are
changes necessary?
• If yes, select
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. The Spaces/Labels screen appears. Use the options shown on
the screen to change space markers and label vertebrae.
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If no,
continue with step 5.
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