Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
How long does a CT scan usually take to do?
A
3-7min
2
Q
How long does an MRI scan usually take to do?
A
30-45min
3
Q
How long does an x-ray scan usually take to do?
A
2-3min
4
Q
How long does an ultrasound scan usually take to do?
A
5-10min
5
Q
What is the relative cost of a CT scan?
A
Cheaper
6
Q
What is the relative cost of an MRI scan?
A
Expensive
7
Q
What is the relative cost of an x-ray scan?
A
Cheap
8
Q
What is the relative cost of an ultrasound scan?
A
Cheap
9
Q
How many dimensions can be visualised on a CT scan?
A
3
10
Q
How many dimensions can be visualised on an MRI scan?
A
3
11
Q
How many dimensions can be visualised on an x-ray scan?
A
2
12
Q
How many dimensions can be visualised on an ultrasound scan?
A
2
13
Q
Which modality is best for visualising soft tissue?
A
MRI
14
Q
Which modality is best for visualising bone?
A
CT
X-ray
