3TQA

3T QA procedure

The QA procedure contains several steps. Make sure there is no patch activated while doing them.

1) PIQT

2) Spurious test

3) IQT

4) EPI stability

5) Helium level

PIQT

This scan evaluates internal parameters of the scanner, including the stability of the gradient coils. This is done by scanning a phantom from which the specs are known.

Duration: 20 minutes

Preparation:

• Get the NVC head coil and 200 mm head phantom and phantom holder.

How to run:

Output:

What if the PIQT indicates problems: