Description
Head QC1 for X-Ray CT, US, MRI
Product Description
The Head QC1 (HD-QC1) is an anthropomorphic adult human head phantom specifically engineered for quality assurance (QA) in advanced medical procedures. It is an ideal tool for studying target localization and dose delivery under the guidance of X-Ray/CT, Ultrasound, MRI, and PET. Key applications include Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) and Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS).
This phantom allows for machine quality checks, Winston-Lutz tests, and verification of treatment plans in critical regions. It can be customized with various 2D or 3D shaped targets and interchangeable tissue-equivalent inserts suitable for dosimetry applications. For MRI, the tissues provide realistic T2 relaxation time values for high-fidelity imaging.
Note: By default, the phantom comes in a translucent amber appearance. A skin feature can be included upon request. Protective urethane coating increases body tissue hardness by approx. 30 points (e.g., from OO 60 to OO 90).
Anatomy
- Skull: Realistic cortical and trabecular bone structures.
- Cervical Spine: Anatomically accurate vertebrae.
- Brain: Grey and White matter surrounded by Dura Mater.
- Air Cavities: Sinus cavities, larynx, trachea, and oral cavities.
- QA Features: Openable skull with internal cavity and target objects implemented in removable inserts.
- External: Alignment markings and acoustically correct skin-mimicking material.
Capabilities
- Perform IGRT QA procedures under X-Ray, CT, and MR image guidance.
- Conduct machine quality checks and Winston-Lutz tests.
- Study blind targets and target localization techniques.
- Verify patient positioning using frame or frameless systems.
- Verify treatment plans in critical regions.
Technical Properties
| Type of Tissue | Sound Velocity [m/s] | Density [g/cm³] | Attenuation (2.25 MHz) [dB/cm] | Hardness [Shore 00]* | T2 [ms] | Speckles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortical Bone | 3000 ± 30 | 2.31 | 6.4 ± 0.3 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Trabecular Bone | 2800 ± 50 | 2.03 | 21 ± 2 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Brain Matter | 1400 ± 10 | 0.99 | 1.0 ± 0.2 | 20 | 70 | YES |
| Brain White Matter | 1400 ± 10 | 1.01 | 1.3 ± 0.2 | 35 | 60 | YES |
| Skin/Body Tissue | 1400 ± 10 | 1.02 | 1.7 ± 0.2 | 60 | 50 | NO |
*Measured without protective coat; coating increases hardness by approx. 30 points.
HU Values of Tissue-Mimicking Materials
| S.No. | Tissue Type | HU Value (average) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brain Tissue | -25 |
| 2 | Trabecular Bone | 800 |
| 3 | Cortical Bone | 1300 |
| 4 | Skin Tissue | -25 |
Included in Order
- Head QC1 Phantom
- User Manual / Assembly Instructions
- 2-Year Warranty & Unlimited Customer Service
- Hard Carry Case
Size & Weight
Phantom: 12 x 9 x 7 Inches | Weight: ~17 Lbs
Shipment: 23 x 14 x 10 Inches | Weight: ~22 Lbs
Materials Used
- Soft tissue and organs: Composition of urethane-based soft resin
- Synthetic bones: Patented ceramic-reinforced epoxy-based composite material
Warranty Information
2-Years Limited Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
True Phantom Solutions Inc. (TPS) Products Limited Warranty
The TPS products are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, for a period of two years after date of shipment. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of a product when is sent prepaid to TPS. TPS does not assume liability for installation, abuse, alteration, insufficient application data provided for a design or misuse. We are responsible for the condition of our product. We would love to help you resolve any issues. Please let us know if you have received any defective items by contacting us here: [email protected]
Who qualifies?
TPS customers who buy directly from True Phantom Solutions Inc.. Products purchased from other third-party sellers are NOT eligible for TPS limited warranty. Purchased from other channels may offer different or altered warranties.
What qualifies?
Valid only for items with manufacturer defects, flaws produced by a manufacturer error, or defects caused during production. Products must be in their original storage case (if provided) or one with comparable protection.
Returns/Replacements
Any product requiring a return/replacement (for warranty or non-warranty repair) requires pre-approval from Anatomy Warehouse prior to shipment. Contact Anatomy Warehouse customer service department at 800-422-1134 or [email protected] in order to obtain a RPA (Return/Replacement Product Authorization) number. The RPA number should be clearly marked on the returned package label and your packing list, or shipping document. Return product freight prepaid in its original storage case (if provided) or one with comparable protection. True Phantom Solutions will not accept return shipments sent freight collect. Product damage incurred during return shipment, from poor packing, will not be warranted by True Phantom Solutions.
