DICOM Mac Viewer: Understanding the Communication Protocol
The DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) protocol is an application protocol that uses TCP/IP to communicate between systems. This allows for the exchange of files, including image and patient data in DICOM format, between two entities such as workstations or PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) systems.
One of the key services provided by the DICOM protocol is the ability for a workstation to verify the connection and communication with another system. This service enables a workstation to retrieve studies and series from a PACS system, find lists of images, studies, and other objects stored in a PACS system, and even send images or other persistent objects to a PACS or workstation.
The DICOM protocol consists of many different services, most of which involve transmission of data over a network. These services include:
* Querying and retrieving files and series from a PACS server using the C-FIND and C-MOVE services
* Sending files and series to a PACS server using the C-STORE service
* Configuring and using DICOM network services, including C-FIND, C-MOVE, C-STORE, C-GET, and C-ECHO
Overall, the DICOM protocol provides a set of standardized services that allow for efficient communication between systems, enabling the exchange of medical imaging data and facilitating the sharing of information between healthcare providers.
By understanding how the DICOM protocol works, you can effectively use the DICOM Mac Viewer to manage your medical imaging files and communicate with other systems.
