The scans are produced by having the source of the x-ray beam encircle the patient.
Sensors detect X-rays passing through the body.
Information from these sensors are computer-processed and displayed as an image on a video screen. Any body part can be scanned, slices as thin as 1 millimeter can be obtained, making high resolution chest and temporal bone imaging possible. Film copies can then be made for further study. 1 Siemens Plus 4. Patient comfort is of utmost importance when performing these state of the art procedures.