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2.7 Phantom Image Quality (Technologist)
2.7.1 Test Objective
Acquire a phantom image and evaluate the image quality in an eort to ensure consistent high quality mammography
images.
2.7.2 Frequency
• Initially at installation after appropriate calibration of the equipment to establish a baseline level
• WEEKLY
• After any service or maintenance on REGIUS Model 190/210/110HQ, the mammography X-ray unit, laser printer
or review workstation
2.7.3 Required Equipment
• RMI-156 phantom
• Diagnostic review media
2.7.4 Procedure
1
Center the RMI phantom on the breast support table as far forward with the label on the phan-
tom facing the chest wall.
2
Place the density disc on top of the phantom and manually lower the paddle until it comes in
contact with the density disc.
3
Place a cassette into the cassette holder.
4
Make an exposure using the most commonly used technique.
5
Process the cassette under the Phantom Image Quality exam tag.