imaging

Question 1

define x-ray

Question 2

principles of xray generation and image culture

Question 3

basic principles of CT - strengths and weaknesses

Question 4

basic principles of ultrasound - strengths and weaknesses

Question 5

basic principles of fluoroscopy - strengths and weaknesses

Question 6

scientific basis of use of iodinated contrast media

Question 7

scientific basis of hazards of ionising radiation

Question 8

strengths and weaknesses of common radiological modalities and tests in simple, general terms

Question 9

scientific basis of MRI

Question 10

indications, contraindications and application of MRI-specific contrast agents

Question 11

describe patient safety issues specific to MRI

Question 12

clinical application of imaging for diagnosis, staging and treatment of cancer

Question 13

explain how basic statistical concepts can help to decide which radiological tests would be most useful to distinguish between diagnoses or between normal and abnormal

Question 14

pros and cons of population screening with radiological testing, using breast screening as example

Question 15

what is molecular imaging

Question 16

radionuclide imaging v xrays

Question 17

properties of ideal isotope

Question 18

radiopharmaceuticals

Question 19

gamma camera

Question 20

image production

Question 21

single photon emission tomography (SPECT)

Question 22

positron emission tomography (PET)