Radiology Practice Test

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What happens if you do not direct the central ray to cover the film?

Cone cut
Overexposure
Underexposure
Blurry image

The correct answer is: Cone cut

The correct answer is indeed a situation known as a cone cut. This phenomenon occurs when the central ray of the x-ray beam is not properly aligned with the film or detector. As a result, only a portion of the film is exposed to the x-ray beam, leading to a distinct band of unexposed or poorly exposed area in the image, resembling a "cone cut" shape. If the central ray is misaligned, it can cause the imaging process to fail in capturing the entire area of interest, leading to diagnostic difficulties. Proper alignment of the central ray is essential to ensure complete and accurate imaging for adequate assessment.