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  • Medical Physics
  • Radiological Dosimetry

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  • Accurate dose estimation in mammography and radiology relies on precise beam quantity knowledge.
  • X-ray multimeters (XMMs) are widely used for quality assurance (QA) due to their compact, solid-state design and ease of use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the performance of two XMMs in low-energy x-ray calibration beams.
  • To evaluate the long-term stability of manufacturer calibrations for XMMs.

Main Methods:

  • RTI Piranha and Radcal Accu-Gold+ with AGMS-DM+ sensor were used to measure air-kerma rates and half-value layers.
  • Measurements were compared against standard instruments and repeated over 2.5 years to track energy response stability.

Main Results:

  • Both XMMs performed within tolerance, with air-kerma rates within 2% of reference values.
  • XMMs showed satisfactory stability, though some response drift was observed, particularly in the RTI Piranha.
  • Nearly all half-value layer measurements were within acceptable limits.

Conclusions:

  • The tested XMMs met their manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Recalibration could improve measurement accuracy for certain beam series.
  • Further studies under rigorous clinical conditions are recommended.