The signal provided by a CT detector must be converted from an analog format to a digital format prior to being sent to the computer.

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CT detectors initially capture analog signals based on the x-ray attenuation by the body. These analog signals are then converted into digital signals through an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) before being processed by the computer to generate images.

The Signal Provided by a CT Detector Must Be Converted