Chapter 5 Measurements and Calculations
5-5
Optimization of Measurement Accuracy
2D Mode
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Resolution is in proportion to the frequency of the probe.
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Penetration is in inverse proportion to the frequency of the probe.
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The highest resolution can be obtained at the focus of the probe where the ultrasound beam is nar-
rowest.
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The most accurate measurements can be obtained at the focus depth. The accuracy decreases as the
distance from the focus increases, widening the beam width.
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Using the zoom function or minimizing the depth display makes distance or area measurements
more accurate.
M Mode
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The accuracy of time measurements can be increased when the sweep velocity and the display for-
mat are set to high values.
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The accuracy of distance measurements can be increased when the display format is set to higher
values.
Doppler Mode
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It is recommended to use lower frequency ultrasound for measurement of faster blood ows.
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The size of the sample volume is limited by the axial direction of the ultrasound.
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Using lower frequency ultrasound increases penetration.
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The accuracy of time measurements can be increased when the sweep velocity is increased.
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The accuracy of velocity measurements can be increased when the vertical scale is set to smaller val-
ues.
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It is most important to use an optimal Doppler angle to enhance the accuracy of velocity measure-
ments.
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