
5-54
Operation Manual
Auto IMT (Optional)
This function allows you to take IMT measurement easily and quickly.
NOTE:
▶
Auto IMT is available only under the following conditions:
▶
Probe: Linear Probe
▶
Application: Vascular
▶
Diagnosis Mode: 2D, C or PD Mode
Auto IMT Screen
■
Risk Color Bar
It is shown in colors based on the IMT thickness. If the thickness is <= 0.5 mm, the entire bar is shown
in green. If the thickness is >= 1.1 mm, the entire bar is shown in red. For a thickness between these
values, it is shown in the corresponding color.
■
Rular and Range Bar
Use the Trackball and Set button to specify the location and range at which IMT will be measured.
▶
Rular: The grid unit is 10 mm. This option is used when a vessel is lying laterally. At the
measurement location, press the Set button to take IMT measurement at 10 mm interval.
▶
Range Bar: This option is used when a vessel is not lying laterally, or the length of a specific
segment is measured. Press and hold the Set button at the start point, and then drag the Trackball
to specify the end point.
■
Intima and Adventitia Pair
▶
Between the Near and Far zones, the one with the higher QI is automatically selected as a
measurement value and it is represented by the color of the Risk Color Bar.
▶
A pair with lower QI is represented in dark sky blue.
▶
Press Change to move the Near and Far zones that are automatically selected with QI. The
measurement value and color presentation are also changed. However, if QI is 0, it will not be
changed.
I want to learn how to do angle correction on PW Doppler on my machine.
How do I assess PW angle cursor?
I don't want to join the group.