Having a Higher DQE Indicates a Potentially

question 3

Multiple Choice

Having a higher DQE indicates a potentially

• A) lower patient dose
• B) higher patient dose
• C) similar patient dose

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Definitions:

PTH

Parathyroid hormone, a regulatory substance produced by the parathyroid glands that is critical in maintaining calcium balance in the blood.

Insulin

Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose by cells.

ADH

Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) is a peptide hormone that regulates the amount of water absorbed by the kidneys to maintain bodily fluid balance.

Ovary

A female reproductive organ in which ova (eggs) are produced, along with the hormones estrogen and progesterone.