Medical Imaging Flashcards
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Conventional radiography
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X-rays through body- expose neg image called roentgenogram
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Computed tomography scanning (CT) or Computerized axial tech. (CAT)
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X-rays through body, tissues absorb small radiation- indicated on monitor
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
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magnetism applied to body & response of atoms’ nuclei in tissue creates computerized image
4
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Ultrasound (US)
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High-frequency sound waves applied to body, sound bounces back & detected as images called sonograms
