Accreditation Ultrasound Phantom for Geometric Accuracy - CIRS 552
Essential Component of the Annual Survey
Accreditation programs require ultrasound system performance be evaluated at least annually. The performance evaluation includes assessment of Image Uniformity, Geometric Accuracy and System Sensitivity. These tests must be made using an ultrasound phantom1.
The CIRS Model 552, Accreditation Phantom for Geometric Accuracy, is used to verify geometric accuracy in the vertical and horizontal directions and system sensitivity on most transducers. It may also be used to evaluate image uniformity of linear transducers.
The phantom is constructed of Zerdine, a durable, reliable and accurate tissue-mimicking material. Wire targets are embedded in a single column for vertical distance measurements and two rows for horizontal distance measurements at 3 cm and 6 cm depths. Near field targets allow vertical and horizontal measurements for very high-frequency tranducers. The Model 552 may be ordered with a soft-sided endocavity wall or a standard water well and comes with a 48-month warranty.
Paired with the Model 551, Accreditation Phantom for Uniformity, the Geometric Accuracy Phantom offers a complete solution for establishing a quality control program as mandated by the ACR Ultrasound Accreditation Program.
1. American College of Radiology. (2013, October 28). Ultrasound Accreditation Program Requirements. Retrieved from http://www.acr.org/~/media/ACR/Documents/Accreditation/US/Requirements.pdfFeatures:
- Perform annual assessment of system sensitivity and geometric accuracy as required by ultrasound accreditation programs
- Use during acceptance testing and the annual survey
- Cost effective solution
- Simple, compact design for easy transport and storage
- Pair with CIRS Model 551 to complete all tests required with use of a phantom
- Optional soft-sided water well for endocavity probes
| Specifications | ||
| Container | Dimensions: | 13.5 cm x 13.5 cm x 19 cm |
| Weight: | 4.5kg (10lbs) | |
| Material: | ABS Housing | |
| Background Gel | Freezing Point: | 0° C |
| Melting Point: | Above 100° C | |
| Material: | Zerdine® | |
| Acoustic Properties | Speed of Sound: | 1540 m/s |
| Attenuation Coefficient: |
0.5 dB/cm-MHz (0.7 dB/cm-MHz available upon request) |
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| Contrast: | 0 dB with respect to liver reference | |
| Scanning Well | Depth: | 13.5 cm x 13.5 cmx 1 cm |
| Scanning Membrane | Dimensions: | 13 x 13cm |
| Material: | Saran Laminate | |
| Veritcal Plane Targets | Number of Targets: | 7 |
| Spacing: | 1, 2, and 4cm | |
| Depth Range: | 1-15cm | |
| Material: | 0.1mm Nylon monofilament | |
| Near Field Targets | Number of Targets: | 5 |
| Depth Range: | 1 - 5mm | |
| Spacing: | 1mm | |
| Horizontal Plane Targets | Number of Targets: | 6 (3 targets in 2 rows) |
| Depth: | 3cm and 6cm | |
| Spacing: | 3cm and 6cm (see map) | |
| Material: | 0.1mm Nylon Monofilament | |
| Model 552 Includes | Accreditation Phantom for Geometric Accuracy | |
| User Guide | ||
| 48 Month Warranty | ||
| Model 550 Package | |
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