diagnostic imaging-Chapter 2 Flashcards
1
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radiograph
A
an x-ray image
2
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radiopaque
A
substances that do not permit the passage of x-rays
3
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radiolucent
A
substances that permit the passage of x-rays
4
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contrast imaging
A
Introducing contrast mediums into the body to make structures more visible on x-rays.
5
Q
fluoroscopy
A
visual examination using a fluoroscope, which projects an image that can be seen on a monitor.
6
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Computed tomography
A
produces cross-sections of tissue.
7
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Positron emission tomography
A
uses radioactive substances to examine metabolic activity.
8
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Magnetic resonance imaging
A
Uses the magnetic properties of substances in the body to create images.
9
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Sonography
A
Imaging structures by sending and receiving sound waves
