imaging in cancer Flashcards by oli crawford | Brainscape

Q

whats the function of barium sulphate

A

outlining the gastro-intestinal tract.

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why is barium used?

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The high atomic number of barium absorbs more x-ray photons than surrounding tissues.

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what colour does barium appear as on screen

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white

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