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attenuation coefficient, in radiography or ultrasound, the difference between the energy that enters a body part and the energy that is not detected. The difference is caused by the absorption and scattering of energy within the body tissues. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The mean attenuation coefficient values of muscle fibers within the quadriceps femoris muscle on the image were determined by averaging the CT number (pixel intensity) in Hounsfield units (HIS). The asymmetry and broadening from specimen transparency is greatest for low absorption materials and is clearly evident when the linear attenuation coefficient [mu] < 50 c[m. The coefficients [micro] and [rho] are the attenuation coefficients and density of the material studied. |
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