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Dosage rate
The amount of radiation given per unit of time.
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D-Max
The acronym representing the utmost level of denseness achievable in a photographic film. The pinnacle density is influenced by the quantity of silver present in the emulsion of the film and the particular developer employed throughout the processing stage.
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Distribution transformer
An originating apparatus that allocates and preserves the kilovoltage and amperage (KVA) potential for every individual x-ray chamber autonomously. Each room possesses its distinct power supply, thereby ensuring uniformity in the density of each radiographic image.
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Radiographic distortion
The distortion of an image, either elongation or contraction, deviating from its authentic form.
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Display monitor
The visual display panel employed for showcasing the CT image differs from a television apparatus in that it typically lacks the built-in receiver enabling channel selection. Monitors are thus employed in closed circuit scenarios.
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Radioactive disintegration
The temporal duration necessitated for the disintegration of radioactive constituents.
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Electrical discharge
The process of eliminating an electric charge from a battery, capacitor, or any other device used for storing electric energy is commonly known as discharging.
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CT disk
General term used for various types of magnetic recording disks used through-out the system. Specific types or uses are designated by a descriptive name such as system disk or floppy disk. Also see floppy disk.
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Direct radiation
The radiation emitted directly from the X-ray tube is referred to as primary radiation.
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CT directory
Within magnetic tape storage or magnetic discs, there exists a designated region known as the directory. The directory serves as a condensed or abbreviated compilation of the stored information, providing a convenient means of accessing and referencing the data. In CT equipment, users have the option to request the directory for display on the cathode…
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