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NOTE
The exposure values will automatically change according to the selected
patient size.
10.5 Adjusting exposure values for current exposure
About this task
The exposure values have been preset at the factory for each patient size.
The preset exposure values are average values and they are only meant to
guide the user.
NOTE
Always try to minimise the radiation dose to the patient.
The preset exposure values are shown in the following table.
Factory presets for panoramic exposures
Patient size kV value mAs value
Child (XS) 64 110
Small adult (S) 66 125
Medium-sized adult (M) 68 140
Large adult (L) 70 160
Extra large adult (XL) 72 180
Follow these steps if you need to adjust the preset exposure values for
current exposure:
Steps
1. Select this field (1) to open a pop-up window.
2. Use the minus or plus signs (2) to set the exposure values you wish to
use.
To improve the image contrast, reduce the kV value.
To reduce the radiation dose, reduce the mAs value.
10 2D exposure
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