medical imaging tech Flashcards

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x ray

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Uses high-energy radiation to view dense structures like bones; commonly used to detect fractures and dental issues.

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x-ray fluoroscopy

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real-time moving images of internal structures using continuous X-ray beams

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ultrasound

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Uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of soft tissues and organs; commonly used in pregnancy to monitor fetal development.

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Computed Tomography (CT/CAT Scan)

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Combines multiple X-ray images taken from different angles to create detailed cross-sectional images; used to detect internal injuries, tumors, and vascular diseases.

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

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Uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed images of soft tissues; useful for examining the brain, spinal cord, joints, and organs.

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Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

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Uses a small amount of radioactive material to track metabolic activity in the body; often used to detect cancer and monitor brain or heart conditions.

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Biophotonics

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Uses light to analyze interactions with cells and tissues; used for diagnosis and surgery (e.g., endoscopic procedures for internal viewing and minimally invasive operations).

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