Fluid Delivery Basics; Protocol - Bayer HealthCare Medrad MRXperion Operating Manual

Operation Manual
Once the injector head column is in place, move the system by holding the handle or by holding the pedestal below the point
indicated by the label on the pedestal arm.
1.
To rotate the injector head column, turn the knob at the base of the injector head column counterclockwise to
unlock it.
2.
Rotate the injector head column so the injector head sits above the base as shown in Figure 4 - 3.
3.
Once the injector head has been moved into place, turn the knob clockwise to lock the column to prevent the
injector head from rotating about the column.
4.
Lock the casters at the base of the unit to prevent unintended movement.
Lock Symbol: Indicates which direction to turn the knob to lock or unlock the column. Locking the
column prevents rotating the injector head about the column.

4.3 Fluid Delivery Basics

The system is a programmable power injector that enables an operator to generate a defined fluid delivery protocol and
execute a fluid injection.

4.3.1 Protocol

A protocol defines how the fluid injection will proceed and is comprised of three elements: phases, a pressure limit, and
optional reminders.
4.3.1.1 Phase
Phases are steps that define the actual movement of fluid, pauses, and/or holds.
There are three types of phases:
Fluid Delivery Phase: Defines the flow rate, volume, and duration of a fluid to be injected.
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Figure 4 - 3: Moving the System
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