System and method of x-ray flux management control

Details System and method of x-ray flux management control System and method of x-ray flux management control

2006-06-27

2006-06-27

Glick, Edward J. (Department: 2882)

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Specific application

Computerized tomography

C378S020000, C378S156000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07068750

ABSTRACT:
A system and method of diagnostic imaging is provided that includes determining a position of a subject in a scanning bay and tailoring x-ray attenuation such that the specific position of the subject is taken into consideration. The present invention automatically selects a proper attenuation filter configuration, corrects patient centering, and corrects noise prediction errors, thereby increasing dose efficiency and tube output.

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