ACR
Pronunciation: A-C-R
Also written as: ACR — American College of Radiology
American College of Radiology; professional organization that establishes imaging standards and guidelines for cancer screening.
Full Definition
The American College of Radiology is a professional medical society that sets standards and guidelines for diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy. In cancer screening contexts, the ACR is particularly important for establishing and updating protocols for mammography, lung cancer screening, and other imaging-based screening programs. The organization develops quality standards, accreditation programs, and reporting systems like BI-RADS. ACR guidelines influence clinical practice and are often referenced in screening program design and quality assurance protocols.
Usage
Usage note: Spell out on first use in documents; commonly recognized in radiology contexts.
In Context
- "The facility maintains ACR accreditation for both mammography and lung cancer screening programs." — Facility certification documentation
- "New ACR guidelines recommend shared decision-making for lung cancer screening in high-risk patients." — Clinical protocol update