Case: Data Packets

A 55-year-old male patient presents with acute abdominal pain. A CT scan of the abdomen is ordered to rule out appendicitis. The hospital is currently upgrading its network infrastructure, and there are concerns about the impact on the PACS system's performance. The radiology department needs to ensure that the CT images are transmitted accurately and efficiently to the PACS server for diagnosis.

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The CT scan shows a series of axial images of the abdomen, focusing on the lower right quadrant where the appendix is located. The images need to be clear and complete to confirm or rule out appendicitis.

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What is the most critical factor to ensure the CT images are transmitted accurately to the PACS?