What is the typical mA setting for fluoroscopy?

The typical mA setting for fluoroscopy is around 5 mA. This setting is commonly used because it provides a balance between image quality and radiation dose. Fluoroscopy is meant to visualize dynamic processes in real time, and a moderate mA setting ensures that the images produced are clear enough for accurate diagnosis while keeping radiation exposure to both patients and healthcare providers at a safer level.

In this context, using too low of a setting, such as 1 mA or 2 mA, could compromise the image quality, making it difficult to discern important details during the examination. On the other hand, a setting as high as 10 mA may produce clearer images but at the cost of increased radiation exposure, which is not ideal in a clinical setting where minimizing patient dose is crucial. Therefore, 5 mA strikes the right balance for effective fluoroscopic imaging.