kVp

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kVp

(electronics)
kilovolts peak
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Additionally, the 2 tubes can be operated independently at different kilovoltage peak (kVp) and milliamperage (mAs) settings.
Abdominal dual-source dual-energy CT: Uses in clinical practice
Patients with osteoporotic bone are difficult to image as the amount of kilovoltage peak (kVp) needed to penetrate the condylar area will often cause the jawbones to appear too dark on the image.
Panoramic radiography
Several techniques, such as using optimal kilovoltage peak (kVp) and the lowest possible milliamperage (mA), can significantly reduce radiation dosage to patients and practitioners.
Dangers of high-dose fluoroscopy. (Student Scope)

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