Abdo

Question 1

Name the divisions

Answer 1

Right hypo, epigastic, left hypo, right lumbar, umbilical, left lumbar, R iliac, hypogastric, L iliac

Question 2

For supine AP abdo positioning,

Answer 2

The cassette or image receptor (IR) is centred to the iliac crest and the lower abdomen is
generally included on the lower margin of the cassette.

Question 3

For supine AP positioning,

Answer 3

dist: 100-110cm
kVp: 75-80kVp

Question 4

What are the critique for abdo xray?

Answer 4

As much diaphragm shown as possible
- Mid pubic symphysis included
- Psoas muscle seen, if habitus allows
- Nil rotation (pelvis symmetry)
- Wide window width
- Markers to indicate side and position

Question 5

What is the requirements for prone abdo xray

Answer 5

mAs: 30 mAs (estimate) or centre-cell AEC.
F.F.D.: 100cm.
Grid: Yes.
Instruct: “Breathe out, and hold it out.”
Breathing: Suspended expiration