13-2 Probes and Biopsy
13.1.1 Name and Function of Each Part of the Probe
The basic structures and corresponding functions of probes are basically the same; the
following will take probe 3C5A as an example.
No.
Name
Function
<1>
Probe head
It converts the electrical signal into ultrasound signal,
making the sound beams focus in the given direction;
meanwhile, it will receive the ultrasound signal and then
convert the received signal into electrical signal. The
lens on the surface is the acoustic lens. Apply
ultrasound gel on the acoustic lens.
<2> Needle-guided
bracket
fix tabs and grooves
Used to mount the needle-guided bracket.
<3>
Probe cable
Used to transmit electrical signals between the probe
body and connector.
<4>
Probe connector
Used to connect the probe to the ultrasonic diagnostic
system.
<5>
Lock handle
Used to lock the connector to the ultrasonic diagnostic
system.
Tips:
The probes’ structure marked <2> in the figure above may vary with the matched needle-
guided brackets.
<1>
<2>
<3>
<4>
<5>
