Acquisition Scheme for Pediatric CT
| Tube current (mA) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Chest | Abdomen or pelvis |
| 4.5–8.9 (10–19) | 40 | 60 |
| 9.0–17.9 (20–39) | 50 | 70 |
| 18.0–26.9 (40–59) | 60 | 80 |
| 27.0–35.9 (60–79) | 70 | 100 |
| 36.0–45.0 (80–99) | 80 | 120 |
| 45.1–70.0 (100–150) | 100–120 | 140–150 |
| >70 (>150) | ≥140 | ≥170 |
Weight data are represented in kilograms, with pounds in parentheses. This table summarizes example of weight-based acquisition scheme for pediatric CT. Tube voltage for these acquisitions is 120 kVp (22).