Question

The function of the filter in mammography is to remove

A. low energy x-rays that would result in increased skin dose
B. all low energy photons
C. low energy x-rays needed to produce the breast image
D. photon energies above and below the range needed for breast imaging

Answer 1

The function of the filter in mammography is to remove low energy x-rays that would result in increased skin dose.

Step-by-step explanation:

The function of the filter in mammography is to remove low energy x-rays that would result in increased skin dose. The filter acts as a barrier to block the low energy x-rays from reaching the patient's skin, reducing their exposure to radiation. This is important because the low energy x-rays do not contribute significantly to the production of the breast image but can increase the radiation dose to the patient.