Lab report
A variety of approaches related to X-ray units are well outlined in the Queensland Radiation
Standard HR001:2010. An assessment was held to test for the adherence of the X-ray unit #7 to
these approaches an
...
Lab report
A variety of approaches related to X-ray units are well outlined in the Queensland Radiation
Standard HR001:2010. An assessment was held to test for the adherence of the X-ray unit #7 to
these approaches and criteria. Many tests were conducted during the period of lab’s days on the
X-ray machine (Shimadzu). More time was spent on analysis of the results obtained during the
tests. The conclusion that the X-ray machine had passed the entire test was reached during this
period.
COMPLIANCE TESTING FOR DIAGNOSTIC X-RAY UNIT 3
Introduction
The main purpose of the practical was intended to ensure that all the criteria outlined in the
Queensland Radiation Safety Standard HR001:2010 are adhered to by the X-ray machine
(Shimadzu) from the X-ray laboratory. Different tests were conducted to assure compliance of
the X-ray machine with the matching safety standards and criteria. Output reproducibility was
included in the test, together with output linearity, Wisconsin timer set, kVp accuracy, light field
intensity, half value layer test for beam quality, minimum focus to skin distance, focal spot size
for image quality and the collimator test for light field alignment. It is essential to warm up the
X-ray machine during the start of any practical when the X-ray machine is off for more than two
hours prior to taking a full exposure. The procedures can be viewed in the following images
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