CT number (Hounsfield unit) accuracy for the CereTom and the specific requirements in the ACR CT accreditation program
Material | Measured (HU) | ACR CT Accreditation Requirements |
---|---|---|
Air | −990 | Between −1005 and −970 HU |
Polyethylene | −106 | Between −107 and −87 HU |
Water | −1.7 | Between −7 and +7 HU (±5 HU preferred) |
Acrylic | 119 | Between 110 and 130 HU |
Bone | 1060 | Between 850 and 970 HU |
Note:—HU indicates Hounsfield units.