PACS is a computer technology system that
A) captures the patient's demographics and other information from the person's medical record.
B) allows for storage of digital images.
C) unites the Hospital Information System and the Radiology Information System.
D) automatically selects the correct frequency, depth, and focal zone controls.

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Most hospitals and imaging centers currently run filmless by using a computer technology system called PACS, which stands for Picture Archiving and Communication System. This system allows for improved image resolution, because images are stored in a digital format and can be manipulated by software programs. Ultrasound images are acquired digitally and viewed and stored on a computer. PACS can be dedicated to the ultrasound department, or it can be used on a larger scale, such as throughout the radiology division or the hospital. Facilities with PACS can communicate with other PACS-equipped hospitals and imaging centers anywhere in the world.

PACS Is a Computer Technology System That