Caution: speed ahead--rare earth imaging systems.

M H Sackett

PubMed · 847115

Caution: speed ahead--rare earth imaging systems.

Abstract

New faster imaging systems present intensified control problems in image quality. The rare eath imaging system can provide adequate resolution at a great reduction in patient dosage. Analysis of all factors involved in screen imaging is necessary to assure correct implementation of the rare earth system.

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