Category: S
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Silver recovery
The process through which silver is recovered from exposed film and utilized from the fixing solution. This can be accomplished either during the development process or by extracting the silver from discarded film.
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Silver iodide
A halide that can be incorporated into the film emulsion to augment its sensitivity.
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Silver bromides
The emulsion used in X-ray film comprises a combination of silver bromides and gelatin. To prepare this emulsion, gelatin is dissolved in hot water under conditions of complete darkness, and then silver nitrate and potassium bromide are added to create silver bromide. When radiation interacts with the emulsion, the silver ions (Ag+) and bromide ions…
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Silicon rectifier
An esteemed solid-state rectifier, comprised of semiconductor materials, finds widespread application in the rectification of electrical currents emanating from both three-phase and single-phase generator X-ray systems.
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Shutters
Regarding the manipulation of mobile lead encasements on a membrane, consider the illustrative instance of the shutters on the fluoroscopic screen.
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Shoulder support
A mechanical apparatus affixed to the X-ray unit to provide support for the patient’s shoulders and body when the X-ray table is positioned in a Trendelenburg position.
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Short circuit
A low-resistance pathway established either across a voltage source or between the two sides of a circuit or line. It typically occurs inadvertently and leads to an excessive flow of current, which can potentially cause damage. This phenomenon is commonly referred to as a “short” or a short circuit. A surgical procedure that redirects the…
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Shielding
When it comes to safeguarding against exposure, protective gear like lead aprons and gloves are utilized, offering a .5mm lead equivalent. In a diagnostic X-ray room, the control panel should be encased with a 1.5mm lead (1/16 inch thick) lining, reaching a height of seven feet. Additionally, an overlapping lead-glass window, featuring a 1.5mm lead…
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Shell-type transformer
The primary and secondary coils, meticulously insulated from each other, are wound around a shared core.
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Shadow shield
A gonad shield that can be easily affixed to any beam restrictor, intended for both male and female use. It can be conveniently stored away when not in use.