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Congratulations on passing the first level, it's time to test whether your monitor can handle higher contrast and lower brightness conditions. This level is designed to check if your display can maintain consistent grayscale visibility at 350 cd/m2, which is the minimum required brightness for medical monitors.
The risk of stopping at this level
If your monitor can't pass this level, it means it may not provide the brightness and contrast required for diagnostic precision.
Here's why relying on a < 350 cd/m2 monitor for detailed medical imaging could be a problem.
Limited Diagnostic Accuracy
While suitable for reviewing images, monitors at this level may not provide the fine grayscale conditions needed for accurate diagnoses.
Potential for overlooking subtle findings
Low contrast visibility can cause small fractures, nodules, or tumors to blend into the background, leading to missed conditions.
Inconsistent Image Quality Over Time
Monitors without brightness stabilization tend to dim with use, meaning they may become less reliable over time.
WHAT IT MEANS TO PASS THIS LEVEL
If you can still see the symbol, your monitor is capable of displaying medical images with moderate brightness and grayscale accuracy. It may be suitable for clinical review, but it might not meet the gold standard for diagnostic imaging.
This level represents the brightness found in:
Clincal Review Monitors
Designed for reviewing medical images, but should confirm if it is compliant with DICOM part 14 for diagnostic accuracy.
High-end consumer monitors
Some professional-grade IPS monitors can reach 350 cd/m2, but they lack precise grayscale calibration required for medical imaging.
Older diagnostic monitors
Some aging diagnostic monitors may still operate at this brightness level, but the backlights may have weakened over time.
CAN’T SEE THE SYMBOL?
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Disclaimer
This test is non-clinical and does not replace a professional calibration or regulatory assessment. Always follow institutional guidelines and manufacturer recommendations for diagnostic displays.