Chest-Wall Thickness and Percent Thoracic Fat Estimation by B-Mode Ultrasound: System and Procedure Review

摘要

Accurate measurement of chest wall thickness is necessary for estimation of lung burden of transuranic elements in humans. To achieve tis capability, the ORNL Whole Body Counter has acquired a B-mode ultrasonic imaging system for defining the structure within the thorax of the body. This report contains a review of the ultrasound system in use at the ORNL Whole Body Counter, including its theory of operation, and te procedure for use of the system. Future developmental plans are also presented. (ERA citation 08:016230)