BS IEC 61223-2.10 : 2000

FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
1 Scope and object
      1.1 Scope
      1.2 Object
2 Normative references
3 Terminology
      3.1 Degree of requirements
      3.2 Use of terms
      3.3 Definitions
4 General aspects of CONSTANCY TESTS
      4.1 General conditions affecting test procedures
      4.2 Establishment of BASELINE VALUES
      4.3 Frequency of CONSTANCY TESTS
      4.4 Identification of equipment, instrumentation
             and test conditions
5 Performance tests
      5.1 X-RAY EQUIPMENT - Imaging performance
      5.2 RADIATION BEAM - Geometric characteristics
      5.3 COMPRESSION DEVICE
      5.4 Mammographic cassettes and INTENSIFYING SCREENS
      5.5 Mammographic film
6 Statement of compliance
Annex A (normative) Terminology - Index of defined terms
Annex B (informative) Example of a form for the standardized
                      test report
Annex C (informative) Guidance on action to be taken
Annex D (normative) Rationale
Annex E (informative) Bibliography
Annex F (normative) PHANTOMS and TEST DEVICES
Figure 1 - ATTENUATION PHANTOM
Figure 2 - High-contrast TEST DEVICE
Figure 3 - Alternative high-contrast TEST DEVICE

Applicable to components of X-RAY EQUIPMENT which generate, influence the propagation of and detect X-RADIATION; record, process and present radiographic information in RADIOLOGICAL INSTALLATIONS with mammographic X-RAY EQUIPMENT using INTENSIFYING SCREENS with RADIOGRAPHIC FILM. Does not cover special accessories of mammographic X-RAY EQUIPMENT, such as biopsy plates and stereotactic devices. Designed to apply to X-ray equipment for mammography without digital imaging devices.