CT SCAN TUBE WARMUP. ge dual slice ct scanner

Following the manufacturer’s recommendations on proper x-ray tube prep is crucial. The x-ray tube should almost always be warmed up before use, unless it has been used within the past 2 hours. By warming up your CT system’s x-ray tube, you’re helping to prevent tube damage due to thermal shock. Normally, warming up the x-ray tube is done by taking several exposures while waiting 30 seconds – 1 minute between them, but varies due to the variety of CT manufacturers. As mentioned above, it’s best to consult your manufacturer’s recommendations on the length of your x-ray tube warm-up.