• Object ID: 00000018WIA30341870GYZ
  • Topic ID: id_40024240 Version: 1.5
  • Date: Jul 25, 2022 2:08:05 PM

Patient landmark with alignment light

About this task

Axial and sagittal alignment lights help position the area of interest at isocenter.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Press the Alignment light button on the Magnet control panel.
  2. Press the table movement buttons to advance the cradle until the axial alignment light rests at the desired landmark. Confirm centering with the sagittal alignment light.
  3. Press Landmark button from the Magnet control panel. The cradle position reads zero.
  4. Make sure all health lines are long enough to accommodate movement and then press Advance to Scan to move the cradle to magnet isocenter.
    • The alignment lights automatically turn off.
  5. Adjust the in-bore light and fan.
  6. Leave the scan room and enter the console room to begin scan prescription.
    • Close the scan room door during the acquisition to prevent RF leaks.
    • An open door prevents scanning.