5. Measurements with the Piranha System
Mammography
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1. Select Type of Measurement and Parameter, as shown below.
If you use the compression paddle, make sure that you use the
correct settings, see section Corrections for the Compression Paddle
.
2. Select the correct radiation (beam) quality. The
radiation quality is shown in the lower right
corner.
3. Make a Position Check, as shown above. It is recommended to make the check at
28 kV. After the check the Piranha automatically changes back to the previously
selected kV range.
4. Set kVp and mAs (or mA/time) to the desired values.
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