Description
KANOMED CT SCANNER SYSTEM 16, 32, 64, 128 Slice
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A CT scanner, also known as a computed tomography scanner, is a medical imaging device that uses X-ray technology to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body. It provides a non-invasive way to visualize internal structures, organs, and tissues, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions.
Here are some key features and components of a typical CT scanner:
- X-ray Source: The CT scanner has an X-ray tube that emits a focused beam of X-rays. These X-rays pass through the body and are detected by the scanner.
- Detector Array: Opposite to the X-ray source, there is a detector array that captures the X-rays after they have passed through the body. The detectors measure the intensity of the X-ray beam at different angles.
- Gantry: The gantry is the circular or donut-shaped part of the CT scanner that houses the X-ray source and detector array. It can rotate around the patient during the scanning process.
- Patient Table: The patient lies on a motorized table that can move horizontally and vertically. The table helps position the patient correctly and moves them through the gantry during the scanning process.
- Data Acquisition System: The data acquisition system collects the X-ray intensity measurements from the detectors at different angles as the gantry rotates. This data is used to create detailed cross-sectional images.
- Computer and Software: The collected data is processed by a computer using specialized software algorithms. These algorithms reconstruct the raw data into cross-sectional images, which can be viewed and analyzed by medical professionals.
- Image Display and Archiving: The generated images can be displayed on a computer monitor and stored in a digital format. They can be further manipulated, enhanced, or viewed in different orientations to aid in diagnosis.
CT scanners are commonly used in various medical specialties, including radiology, oncology, cardiology, neurology, and emergency medicine. They can detect and evaluate a wide range of conditions, such as tumors, fractures, infections, blood clots, and internal bleeding.
Over the years, CT scanner technology has advanced, leading to improved image quality, faster scan times, and reduced radiation doses. This has made CT scanning an essential tool in modern medical diagnostics.
