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What is Computed Tomography (CT)?
What is Computed Tomography (CT)?
An imaging test that helps detect diseases and injuries using a series of X-rays and a computer to create detailed images.
What is the function of Nuclear Medicine Technology?
What is the function of Nuclear Medicine Technology?
It involves the introduction of radioactive substances into the body for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
What is Positron Emission Tomography (PET)?
What is Positron Emission Tomography (PET)?
A type of nuclear medicine procedure that creates sectional images of the body demonstrating the metabolic activity of cells.
What is Ionization?
What is Ionization?
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What does Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) utilize to create images?
What does Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) utilize to create images?
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What is the purpose of Mammography?
What is the purpose of Mammography?
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Who is a Radiologic Technologist (RT)?
Who is a Radiologic Technologist (RT)?
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What type of energy is known as Kinetic Energy?
What type of energy is known as Kinetic Energy?
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Radiation is energy that is transmitted by waves through space or a medium.
Radiation is energy that is transmitted by waves through space or a medium.
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___ is the energy released by a chemical reaction.
___ is the energy released by a chemical reaction.
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Study Notes
Imaging Techniques
- Computed Tomography (CT): An imaging test using a series of X-rays and computer processing to create detailed images of bones and soft tissues; serves as a diagnostic and screening tool for diseases and injuries.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Utilizes sound waves to identify and evaluate soft tissue structures in the body for diseases; visualizes deep structures through ultrasonic pulses.
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET): A nuclear medicine procedure creating sectional images to demonstrate physiological functions of organs; measures metabolic activity at the cellular level, combining nuclear medicine with biochemical analysis.
- Mammography: An X-ray imaging method specifically for breast examination, aimed at early cancer detection.
- Radiography: The process of making records of internal structures using X-rays or gamma rays directed through the body to record on sensitive film or digital systems.
Radiation and Energy Concepts
- Radiation: Energy transmitted by waves through space or mediums; sources include cosmic rays and naturally occurring radioactive materials.
- Ionization: Process through which a neutral atom gains or loses an electron, acquiring a net charge.
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Energy Types:
- Potential Energy: Energy by virtue of position.
- Kinetic Energy: Energy of motion possessed by all moving matter.
- Chemical Energy: Energy released during chemical reactions.
- Electrical Energy: Energy associated with the movement of electrons through voltage.
- Thermal Energy (Heat): Kinetic energy of molecules, closely linked to temperature.
- Nuclear Energy: Energy contained within the nucleus of an atom.
Professional Roles
- Radiologic Technologist (RT): Professional performing radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine technology.
- Radiologist: Physician specializing in diagnosing and treating diseases using ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
- Radiologist Assistant (RA): Advanced-level radiographer extending the radiologist’s capabilities in diagnostic imaging, improving patient care.
Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy: A branch of radiology focused on disease treatment using X-rays or radioactive substances.
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This quiz explores the use of Computed Tomography (CT) in diagnosing and screening breast diseases. Participants will learn about the imaging techniques, the role of healthcare providers, and the significance of CT in modern medical practices.
