RADS 406 - Mammography Imaging Principles

Institution:

Holy Family University

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Description:

This course provides a detailed overview of the history, dedicated equipment and radiographic principles applied to mammography. Course content includes mammography machines, film/screen, darkroom and processing considerations, factors that govern and influence the production and recording of mammography images. Examines the FDA & MQSA requirements for mammography equipment and Quality Assurance of both film/screen and digital. Physics and application of Digital Mammography including detectors, image processing, image display and CAD.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.holyfamily.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 637-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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