GE Revolution CT User Manual

5 System Operational Modes
5.1 Overview
The system provides powerful data collection capability with following scan modes:
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Scout
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Axial
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Cine
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Helical
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Cardiac Axial
5.2 Scout
Scout imaging is used for anatomical location in conjunction with scan and recon prescription, to
provide an anatomical cross-reference for axial images, and to provide quick feedback to the
user as to the anatomy scanned. Scout supports the following features:
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Selectable kV (70, 80, 100, 120, 140 kV)
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Tube current limited to 250 mA with large focal spot
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Approximately 100 mm/sec table speed
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Detector coverage: 5 mm
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Scout orientation: 0, 90, 180, 270 degrees
5.3 Axial
Axial imaging features include:
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All kV and mA stations available, dependent on generator and tube limitations.
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Rotation speeds: 0.28, 0.35, 0.5, 1.0 second
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Detector coverage: 5, 40, 80, 120, 140, 160 mm
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Variable image thickness selections: 0.625, 0.625z overlapped, 1.25, 2.5, and 5.0 mm
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Sample rates: 984 Hz-8571Hz
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Revolution CT can acquire up to 512 axial slices per rotation
5.4 Cine
Cine imaging features include:
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All kV and mA stations available, dependent on generator and tube limitations
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Maximum scan time: 60 seconds
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Rotation speeds: 0.28, 0.35, 0.5, 1.0 second
Revolution CT User Manual
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GE Revolution CT Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	Revolution CT
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English