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What is the primary purpose of using fast CT scanners like the EBCT scanner?
What is the primary purpose of using fast CT scanners like the EBCT scanner?
- To introduce more spatial and contrast resolution
- To reduce motion artifacts and loss of spatial and contrast resolution (correct)
- To speed up the heart beating rate artificially
- To increase motion artifacts and loss of spatial and contrast resolution
What role does the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) play in the imaging process?
What role does the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) play in the imaging process?
- Monitors the patient's blood pressure during scanning
- Generates images without the need for a scanner
- Delays the imaging process
- Provides prospective imaging (correct)
In retrospective imaging developed for spiral/helical CT scanning, how is the ECG utilized?
In retrospective imaging developed for spiral/helical CT scanning, how is the ECG utilized?
- Controls the lighting in the scanning room
- Correlated with image reconstruction (correct)
- Helps in cleaning the scanner components
- Used to adjust the patient's position
What recent technical developments have contributed to successful heart imaging with excellent image quality?
What recent technical developments have contributed to successful heart imaging with excellent image quality?
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Which technical requirement is essential for imaging fast-moving objects, aimed at reducing motion artifacts?
Which technical requirement is essential for imaging fast-moving objects, aimed at reducing motion artifacts?
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What is one key application of cardiac CT imaging mentioned in the text?
What is one key application of cardiac CT imaging mentioned in the text?
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