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What is the main goal of shimming in MRI technology?
What is the main goal of shimming in MRI technology?
- To reduce the size of the MRI machine
- To increase the strength of the magnetic field
- To make the main magnetic field more homogenous (correct)
- To improve the speed of imaging process
Which of the following describes active shimming?
Which of the following describes active shimming?
- Applying currents through specialized coils to create a corrective field (correct)
- Positioning shim coils without electrical input
- Using ferromagnetic materials placed around the magnet
- Utilizing permanent magnets to stabilize fields
What is the typical composition of shim coils in MRI systems?
What is the typical composition of shim coils in MRI systems?
- Copper and superconductors
- Ferromagnetic materials
- Aluminum only
- Extra loops of coils over magnetic coils (correct)
How does RF shielding work in an MRI room?
How does RF shielding work in an MRI room?
What is the purpose of magnetic field shielding in MRI systems?
What is the purpose of magnetic field shielding in MRI systems?
Which type of shimming involves the use of currents through coils?
Which type of shimming involves the use of currents through coils?
What materials are typically used in passive shimming?
What materials are typically used in passive shimming?
What is the frequency range typically used in MRI RF shielding?
What is the frequency range typically used in MRI RF shielding?
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Shimming
Shimming
The process of making the main magnetic field (Bo) in an MRI more uniform.
Active Shimming
Active Shimming
Uses specialized coils to create a corrective magnetic field to improve homogeneity.
Passive Shimming
Passive Shimming
Uses ferromagnetic materials (like iron) to help correct the magnetic field.
Shim Coils
Shim Coils
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RF Shielding
RF Shielding
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Magnetic Field Shielding
Magnetic Field Shielding
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Fringe Field
Fringe Field
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Magnetic Field Homogeneity
Magnetic Field Homogeneity
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10 ppm
10 ppm
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RF Cabin
RF Cabin
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Study Notes
Shimming
- Shimming is a process to create a more homogeneous main magnetic field (B0)
- Active shimming uses currents in specialized coils to generate a corrective magnetic field
- Superconducting shims are within the cryostat, resistive shims are outside
- Passive shimming utilizes ferromagnetic materials (iron or steel) in a pattern along the magnet's inner bore for field correction
Shim Coils
- A homogenous magnetic field (10 ppm) is required for good imaging
- Shim coils are extra coils placed over the main magnetic coils to reduce inhomogeneities
- Shim coils require a separate power supply
RF Shielding
- MRI operates in the 1-200 MHz range
- Radio, TV, and other communication systems operate in the ~1-100 MHz range
- CT rooms shield EM radiation (x-rays); MRI rooms shield external EM radiation (RF)
- MRI rooms have continuous copper or aluminum sheets or mesh (Faraday Cage) to absorb external RF
Magnetic Field Shielding
- MRI systems need shielding due to fringe fields that can interfere with other mechanical and magnetically activated devices
- MRI systems can be shielded actively or passively
Fringe Field
- The stray magnetic field outside the magnet's bore is the fringe field
- Permanent magnets have relatively low fringe fields; electromagnets have significant fringe fields
- Fringe fields must be managed to avoid interference with patients' monitoring and other devices
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