Exam Preps

 

 

Barium x-rays (also called upper and lower GI series) are used to diagnose abnormalities of the gastrointestinal tract, such as tumors, ulcers and other inflammatory conditions, polyps, hernias, and strictures.
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Nuclear Medicine is a medical specialty that uses small amounts of
radioactive compounds to diagnose or treat disease.
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MRI technology has progressed at a rapid rate and many new techniques have been introduced that have a significant impact on patient care.
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The CT Scan is a primary tool for diagnostic medicine. Popularly
called "Cat Scan," it employs radiology and is a technical application that
is constantly advancing with computer technology.
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The location, measurement, or delineation of deep structures by measuring the reflection or transmission of high frequency or ultrasonic waves. Computer calculation of the distance to the sound-reflecting or absorbing surface plus the known orientation of the sound beam gives a two- or three-dimensional image.
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