Saturday, March 19, 2016

Glossary of Terms for Diagnostic Imaging


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   I'm studying Diagnostic Imaging at Ahuntsic College. This program learn how to produce images of bones and organs inside the human body. We use different technologies such as X-ray radiography, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to diagnose diseases. I will explain some terms that we use in Diagostic Imaging.

CT - computed tomography
a diagnostic imaging exam that uses x-rays and computer technology to produce slices of the body. A CT scan shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat and the organs.

MRI - magnetic resonance imaging
is a medical imaging technique using magnetic fields, radio waves and a computer to create pictures inside the body.

Ultrasound
a diagnostic technique which uses high-frequency sound waves

Doppler
an ultrasound method of examing blood vessels. No X-rays are involved.

Radiography
an image of budy using X-ray

Diagnostic radiology
the methods to determine the source of pathology that includes the use of X-rays. CT scan, MRI scan and ultrasound.

Radiologist
  a physician specializing in the medical field of radiology

ALARA - As Low As Reasonably Achievable
  means to protect all the patients, making the exam with the minimum dose
Dose(radiation)
   radiation absorbed by a person's body
Lethal dose (50/30)
   the dose of radiation that cause death within 30 days to 50% of exposed people. The                  generally accepted dose is about 400Rem received over a short period of time.
Radiologic Shield
             barrier imposed berween radiation expose and the patient. It can guarantee a 95% reduction                of            X-ray exposure
Cystography
              radiography of the bladders, following by injection of a radiopaque substance

Mammography
              examination of the brest using X-rays




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