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    LOGIQ 5 Basic User Manual 18-35
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    Penetration
    DescriptionPenetration is the ability of an imaging system to detect and 
    display weak echoes from small objects at large depths. See 
    Figure 18-9 for more information.
    Penetration can be affected by the systems: 
    • Transmitter/receiver
    •  Degree of probe focusing
    •  Attenuation of the medium
    •  Depth and shape of reflecting object
    •  Electromagnetic interference from local surroundings. 
    BenefitWeak reflecting echoes are commonly produced from the 
    internal structure of organs. Definition of this tissue texture is 
    important in the interpretation of the ultrasound findings.
    MethodScan a phantom to see how echoes begin to fade as depth is 
    increased. The maximum depth of penetration is the point at 
    which homogeneous material in the phantom begins to lose 
    brightness.
    ProcedureTo measure penetration:
    1.  Set the front panel TGC slide pots to their center (detent) 
    position.
    2.  Gain and acoustic output can be adjusted, as necessary, 
    since these values are displayed on the monitor.
    3.  Scan a test phantom along the vertical pin targets to typical 
    depths for the probe being used.
    4.  Perform a standard distance measurement from the top of 
    the image displayed to the point at which homogeneous 
    material in the phantom begins to lose brightness.
    5.  Document the depth measurement for reference and future 
    comparison. 
    Contact a Service Engineer if the depth of penetration shifts 
    more than one centimeter (1cm) when using the same probe 
    and same system settings. 
    						
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    Functional resolution
    DescriptionFunctional resolution is an imaging systems ability to detect and 
    display the size, shape, and depth of an anechoic structure, as 
    opposed to a pin target. See Figure 18-9 for more information.
    The very best possible image is somewhat less important than 
    reproducibility and stability over time. Routine tests at the same 
    settings should produce the same results.
    BenefitThe data obtained will give a relative indication of the smallest 
    structure the system is capable of resolving at a given depth.
    ProcedureTo measure functional resolution:
    1.  Set the front panel TGC slide pots to their center (detent) 
    position.
    2.  Gain and acoustic output can be adjusted as necessary, 
    since these values are displayed on the monitor.
    3.  Scan a test phantom with a vertical row of anechoic cyst 
    targets to typical depths for the probe being used.
    4.  Evaluate the cysts at various depths for a good (round) 
    shape, well-defined borders and no fill in. Remember, TGC 
    slide pots are centered and should remain fixed. This may 
    NOT provide optimal cystic clearing.
    5.  Document all results for future reference and comparison.
    Contact a Service Engineer if a greatly distorted image is 
    obtained. 
    						
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    Contrast resolution
    DescriptionContrast resolution is the ability of an imaging system to detect 
    and display the shape and echogenic characteristics of a 
    structure. See Figure 18-9 for more information.
    Specific values measured are less important than stability over 
    time. Routine tests at the same settings should produce the 
    same results.
    BenefitA correct diagnosis is dependent upon an imaging systems 
    ability to differentiate between a cystic or solid structure versus 
    echo patterns from normal surrounding tissue.
    MethodA phantom with echogenic targets of different sizes and depths 
    should be used.
    ProcedureTo measure contrast resolution:
    1.  Set the front panel TGC slide pots to their center (detent) 
    position. Set dynamic range to 54 db.
    2.  Gain and acoustic output can be adjusted, as necessary, 
    since these values are displayed on the monitor.
    3.  Scan a test phantom with echogenic targets at the depths 
    available.
    4.  Evaluate the echogenic targets for contrast between each 
    other and between the surrounding phantom material. 
    Remember, TGC slide pots are centered and should remain 
    fixed. This may NOT provide an optimal scan image.
    5.  Document all results for future reference and comparison.
    Contact a Service Engineer if the echogenic characteristics or 
    shapes of the targets appear distorted. 
    						
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    Gray Scale photography
    DescriptionPoor photography will cause loss of low level echoes and the 
    lack of contrast between large amplitude echoes. See 
    Figure 18-9 for more information.
    BenefitWhen photographic controls and film processors are properly 
    adjusted, weak echoes, as well as strong echoes, are accurately 
    recorded on film.
    Procedure1.  Adjust the camera according to the manufacturers 
    instructions until the hard copy and video display are equal.
    2.  Scan the phantom and its echogenic contrast targets.
    3.  Make a hard copy photograph of the display and compare it 
    to the image on the video monitor for contrast and weak 
    echo display.
    4.  Document all results for future reference and comparison.
    Contact a Service Engineer if camera cannot duplicate what is 
    on the image monitor.
    NOTE:  Optimization of brightness/contrast controls on the display 
    monitor is imperative in order to make sure that the hardcopy 
    and monitor look alike.
    The display monitor is adjusted first. The hardcopy camera or 
    printer is adjusted to match the display monitor. 
    						
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    Setting up a Record Keeping System
    Preparation
    The following is needed: 
    •  Quality Assurance binder.
    •  Hard copy or electronic file of images.
    •  Quality Assurance Checklists. 
    •  Display the following information while testing quality 
    assurance: 
    • Acoustic Output
    • Gain
    • Depth
    • Probe
    • Dynamic Range
    •  Set up new patient to be the name of the test.
    •  Annotate the following: 
    •  Any control where its value is NOT displayed. 
    •  Significant phantom information.
    Record Keeping
    Complete the following: 
    1.  Fill out the Ultrasound Quality Assurance Checklist for each 
    probe, as scheduled. 
    2.  Make a hard copy or archive the image. 
    3.  Compare images to baseline images and acceptable 
    values. 
    4.  Evaluate trends over previous test periods. 
    5.  File hard copy or electronic file of images and checklist in 
    Quality Assurance binder.  
    						
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    Ultrasound Quality Assurance Checklist  (For Future Validation)
    Table 18-8: Ultrasound Quality Assurance Checklist (Part 1)
    Performed By Date
    System Serial Number
    Probe Type Probe Model Serial Number
    Phantom Model Serial Number Room Temperature
    Acoustic Output Gain Focal Zone
    Gray Map TGC Depth
    Monitor Setting
    Peripheral Settings
    Other Image Processing Control Settings
    Table 18-9: (Part 2)
    Te s t
    Baseline
    Va l ue
    Range
    Tested 
    Va l u e
    Image 
    Hardcopy/
    Archived
    Acceptable? 
    Yes/No
    Service 
    Called 
    (Date)
    Date
    Resolved
    Ve rti ca l
    Measurement
    Accuracy
    Horizontal
    Measurement
    Accuracy
    Axial
    Resolution
    Lateral
    Resolution
    Penetration
    Functional
    Resolution
    Contrast
    Resolution
    Gray Scale
    Photography 
    						
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    Assistance
    Supplies/Accessories
    The following supplies/accessories have been verified to be 
    compatible with the system:
    Peripherals
    CAUTIONDO NOT connect any probes or accessories without approval 
    by GE.
    Table 18-10: Peripherals and Accessories
    AccessoryUnits
    3.5” MO Drive Each
    Sony VCR Model SVO-9500MD/9500MDP Each
    Panasonic VCR Model AG-MD835/MD835P/
    MD835EEach
    Sony B/W Printer Model UP-895MDW Each
    Mitsubishi B&W Printer Model P91W/91E/
    AP9500Each
    Sony Color Printer Model UP-2950MD/2850P Each
    Sony Color Printer Model UP-21MD/21MDS Each
    Mitsubishi Color Printer Model CP-900/900UM/
    900EEach
    Sony Color Printer Model UP-50/51MD Each 
    						
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    Console
    LOGIQ 5 Probes
    Table 18-11: Console Accessories
    AccessoryUnits
    Footswitch Each
    TV Probe Holder Each
    UPS (Battery Pack) Each
    Table 18-12: Probes and Accessories
    AccessoryUnits
    3C Each
    3.5C Each
    5C Each
    E8C Each
    8C Each
    7L Each
    10L Each
    12L Each
    3S Each
    P2D Each
    P6D Each 
    						
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    Gel 
    Disinfectant
    Table 18-13: Gel
    AccessoryUnits
    Thermasonic Gel Warmer Holds three plastic bottles 
    (250ml or 8 oz)
    Aquasonic 100 Scan Gel 5 liter jug
    250 ml plastic bottles (12/
    case)
    Scan Ultrasound Gel 8 oz plastic bottles (12/
    case)
    1 gallon plastic jug
    Four 1-gallon plastic jugs
    Table 18-14: Gel
    AccessoryUnits
    Aquasonic 100 Scan Gel 5 liter jug
    250 ml plastic bottles (12/
    case)
    Scan Ultrasound Gel 8 oz plastic bottles (12/
    case)
    1 gallon plastic jug
    Four 1-gallon plastic jugs
    Table 18-15: Disinfectant
    AccessoryUnits
    Cidex Activated Dialdehyde 16/1 quart bottles
    4/1 gallon bottles
    2/2.5 gallon bottles 
    						
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    Ultrasound Probe and Cord Sheath Sets
    Physio Accessories
    Patient Electrodes
    Contact the distributor, GE affiliate or sales representative for 
    approved peripherals.Table 18-16: Probe and Cord Sheath Sets
    AccessoryUnits
    Sterile Ultrasound Probe Sheath Set 20 Per Set
    Sterile Ultrasound Cord Sheath Set 20 Per Set
    Sanitary Rectal/Vaginal Probe Cover 20 Per Set
    Sterile Combination Probe and Cord Cover Set 12 Per Set
    Sterile Ultrasound Probe Sheath Set for Wide 
    (2.5 and 3.5) Aperture Sector Probes20 Per Set
    Table 18-17: Patient ECG Lead Wires
    AccessoryUnits
    Physio Input Panel Kit
    ECG Cables Set
    PCG Sensor Each
    Table 18-18: Patient ECG Lead Wires
    AccessoryUnits
    Adult Box/300
    Pediatric Box/300
    Adult/off center Box/500
    Pediatric/off center Box/1000 
    						
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