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4. Acquiring CEPH Images
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■ The CEPH sensor and the 2
8. Guide the patient to the equipment. Position the patient. Refer to section 4.2.
Positioning the Patient.
Positioning the Patient
Follow the procedure below to prepare and position the patient for CEPH
imaging.
Before Positioning the Patient
■ Ask the patient to remove all jewelry and metallic objects, such as earrings,
hair pins, spectacles, dentures, and orthodontic appliances. These items
may cause shadow images that could impede diagnosis.
■ It is strongly recommended that the patient wear a lead apron for protection
against any possible scatter radiation.
■ Adjust the column height to the patient's height using the up/down button or
switch (optional).
Column up/down buttons on the
handle frame
Correct positioning is an important factor in capturing the
best possible image.
NOTE
nd
collimator enter positioning mode.
■ The scan time and estimated DAP
(Dose Area Product) value are shown
on the main display for the intended
exposure.
Column up/down switch
UP
DOWN
(optional)
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