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I know ct scanners come in 64,128,256,320 & 640 slice models. can they all perform ldct scan of chest? is there a difference in radiation output?
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Yes, they can: all do it. With LDCT protocol, radiation exposure should be comparable.
Answered 1/8/2015
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