ITGSS Certified Technical Associate: Emerging Tech Practice Test

Which combination is known for enhancing ultrasound images effectively?

1. Contrast harmonics and B flow

2. Contrast harmonics and Color Doppler

3. Harmonics and Power Doppler

4. Contrast harmonics and Power Doppler

The correct answer is: Contrast harmonics and Power Doppler

The combination of contrast harmonics and Power Doppler is recognized for its ability to enhance ultrasound images effectively. Contrast harmonics improve the quality of ultrasound images by utilizing microbubbles that significantly alter the way ultrasound waves penetrate different types of tissues. These microbubbles respond to the ultrasound waves differently than the surrounding tissues, generating enhanced signals that produce clearer and more detailed images when viewed. Power Doppler, on the other hand, is particularly effective for assessing blood flow and vascular structures. It provides a better visualization of blood flow compared to traditional Doppler techniques, as it measures the energy of the ultrasound signal reflected back from moving red blood cells, rather than the velocity alone. This allows for improved detection of low flow states and the ability to visualize small vessels more effectively. When these two techniques are combined, the resulting images possess enhanced vascular detail and clearer depictions of blood flow, leading to a more comprehensive evaluation of the examined structures. This synergy makes the combination of contrast harmonics and Power Doppler particularly valuable in clinical scenarios, especially in the fields of cardiology, obstetrics, and oncology. In contrast to other combinations, such as those involving Color Doppler or B flow, which might not provide the same level of detail or focus on