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Angiography and Pulmonary Imaging Procedures Quiz

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What is the purpose of a positron emission test (PET scan)?

To detect abnormalities in the structure of organs and tissues
To obtain a sample of cerebrospinal fluid
To measure the function and metabolism of organs and tissues (correct)
To visualize the airways and lungs

What is the purpose of an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan?

To collect a sample of blood for analysis
To visualize the structure of internal organs and tissues (correct)
To measure blood glucose levels
To detect abnormalities in the function of organs and tissues

What is the purpose of a bronchoscopy?

To visualize the airways and lungs (correct)
To measure kidney function
To detect abnormalities in the brain
To measure electrolyte levels in the blood

What is the purpose of a lumbar puncture (spinal tap)?

To obtain a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of test is typically used to diagnose cancer?

Positron emission tomography (PET) scan (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic test involves the injection of a radioactive tracer?

Positron emission tomography (PET) scan (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a complete blood count (CBC) test?

To evaluate the components of blood, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic test is typically used to evaluate kidney function?

Serum electrolyte test (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a hemoglobin A1C test?

To measure the average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic test involves the use of a flexible tube with a camera to visualize the airways and lungs?

Bronchoscopy (A) Signup and view all the answers

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