Introduction to Musculoskeletal Imaging Flashcards
1
Q
X-Rays
A
Plain film or conventional radiograph
Negative, not a print
2
Q
Materials for X-Ray
A
Patient
X-Ray source
X-Ray Film
3
Q
Mechanics of X-Rays
A
Form of electromagnetic radiation; causes ionization of silver atoms on film
4
Q
Radiodensities
A
More dense, less x-rays pentrate, less exposure of film
5
Q
Air/Gas Appearance
A
Very dark, black
6
Q
Soft Tissue/Fat Appearance
A
Relatively dark, gray-black
7
Q
Water Appearance
A
Appears gray
8
Q
Bone Appearance
A
Reletively white depending on thickness, density, calcification
9
Q
Metals Appearance
A
Bright white
