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5 Timing Parameters
5.1 Timing Parameters collection
Scan Settings window, click Timing to display the Timing Parameters collection.
From the
5.2 Timing parameters workflow
Use this procedure to set up the timing parameters for the scan prescription. The patient's
condition has a significant effect on timing. Make sure that you know how long the patient can
hold her breath. This helps when working with Auto Voice.
It is important to use scan delays for contrast injections. You can only inject once and you must
get it right the first time. Different anatomy enhances at different rates. Check with your
radiologist for the right scan delays for injectors.
Scan Settings window, click Timing .
1. From the
2. If you need a scan delay before the injection starts, set a
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The range is 0 to 300 seconds for the first group and 600 seconds for any additional
groups.
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Auto Voice automatically sets Minimum Prep Delay time based on message length and
the Preset Delay time set for the
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Breathing Lights / Timer sets a Minimum Prep Delay time.
3. For an Axial scan type, set an
Voice, Lights, Timer options. See
4. Set the
details.
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10 languages are available for preset Auto Voice messages 1, 2, or 3. The user can
define additional languages.
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Preset Delay Time sets a delay from the time the pre-message ends until the X-ray turns
on. This is helpful for patients who need a longer time to follow breathing instructions.
5. To start the scan, click [Confirm Settings].
5.2.1 Set Prep Delay time
Prep Delay time establishes how long the system waits before turning the X-ray on for a given
group of scans. Use this procedure to set a Prep Delay time for giving contrast with a timed
delay.
Chapter 11 Scan
Illustration 22: Timing Parameters collection
Voice, Lights, Timer selection.
Inter Scan Delay time.
Section 7.3, Set the Voice/Lights/Timer options
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Prep Delay time.
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