Ultrasound phantom
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Ultrasound phantoms are structures that contain one or more materials that simulate a body of tissue in its interaction with ultrasound and is used to mimic ultrasonic interactions in the human body. Materials commonly used include agar, Zerdine, urethanes and epoxies.
The phantoms can be used for different purposes such as technical training/demonstrations, quality assurance as well as research and development of ultrasound equipment and methods.