Diagnostic QA SolutionsThe AAPM CT Performance Phantom offers users a single test object that measures ten distinct CT performance parameters.
Performance Evaluation and Quality Assurance of CT Scanners
The phantom design is based on the guidelines presented in Report #1 of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine Task Force on CT Scanner Phantoms. The goals of report #1 were to “(1) define ‘performance’ of a CT scanner and (2) describe methods of performance testing through the utilization of particular phantoms.”
CT Performance Parameters
A contrast test object is adhered to the bottom of the tank that includes two rows of cavities from 1 to 0.125” diameter. The cavities can be filled with various solutions for contrast evaluation. An aluminum alignment insert is incorporated in the lid of the tank and can be interchanged with a polystyrene TLD insert for dose measurements.
Contrast Test Object
CT Number Linearity Insert
Resolution Insert
Slice Thickness Insert
Alignment Pin
Low Contrast Insert
Low Contrast Insert Spherical Targets
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Specifications
Dimensions |
21.6 cm x 39.4 cm (8.5" OD x 15.5" L) |
Empty Weight |
7.8 kg (17.25 lbs.) |
Materials |
PMMA cast tubing 21.6 cm OD, 20.3 cm ID x 32.4 cm L (8.5" OD, 8" ID x 12.75" L) with removable lid |