detectors
anatomically programmed techniques
exposure technique charts
backup time
contrast medium
comparative anatomy
extrapolated
minimum response time
density controls
ionization/ion chamber
automatic exposure control (AEC)
mAs readout
caliper
variable kVp/fixed mAs technique chart
optimal kVp
photomultiplier (PM) tube
phototimer
fixed kVp/variable mAs technique chart
A type of exposure technique chart based on the concept that kVp can be increased as the anatomic part size increases. The baseline kVp is increased by 2 for every 1 cm increase in part thickness, and the mAs is maintained.
A type of exposure technique chart that is based on the concept of selecting an optimal kVp value that is required for the radiographic examination and adjusting the mAs for variations in part thickness.
A system used to consistently control the amount of radiation reaching the image receptor by terminating the length of exposure.
Mathematically estimated; the mathematical process used to create technique charts.
The maximum length of time for which the x-ray exposure continues when using an AEC system.
Refers to the shortest exposure time that the AEC system can produce.
A radiographic system that allows the radiographer to select a particular button on the control panel that represents an anatomic area; a preprogrammed set of exposure factors is displayed and selected for use.
A substance instilled into the body by injection or ingestion that is used when imaging anatomic tissues that have low subject contrast. Also called contrast agent.
Uses a fluorescent (light-producing) screen and a device that converts light to electricity in an AEC device
Controls that allow the radiographer to adjust the amount of preset radiation detection values. Each control changes the exposure time by a certain predetermined amount or increment.
The actual mAs used for the image is displayed immediately after the AEC exposure, sometimes for only a few seconds
A hollow cell that contains air and is connected to the AEC timer circuit via an electrical wire.
An electronic device that converts visible light energy into electrical energy
The kVp value that is high enough to ensure penetration of the part but not too high to diminish radiographic contrast.
The sensors, cells, or chambers within an AEC device that sense how much radiation has reached the imaging plate in order to terminate the exposure.
A device that measures part thickness.
Concept stating that different parts of the same size can be radiographed using the same exposure factors, provided the minimum kVp value needed to penetrate the part is used in each case.
Pre-established guidelines used by the radiographer to select standardized manual or AEC exposure factors for each type of radiographic examination
