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What does CT stand for in the context of medical imaging?
What does CT stand for in the context of medical imaging?
- Computerized Tomography (correct)
- Computed Technology
- Clinical Terminology
- Cross-Sectional Testing
When was CT technology developed?
When was CT technology developed?
- 2000's
- 1980's
- 1990's
- 1960's (correct)
What is the main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays?
What is the main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays?
- Detailed images of internal body structures (correct)
- Faster imaging of superficial injuries
- Limited diagnostic capabilities
- Higher radiation exposure to patients
Study Notes
Medical Imaging
- CT stands for Computed Tomography in the context of medical imaging
- CT technology was developed in the 1970s
- The main advantage of CT scans over conventional x-rays is that they provide detailed, cross-sectional images of the body's internal structures, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and better patient care
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Learn about computed tomography (CT) imaging, a computerized x-ray procedure that generates cross-sectional images of the body by rotating a narrow beam of x-rays around the patient. Discover how CT scans have revolutionized medical diagnostics since the 1970s, providing detailed images of internal body structures in a matter of seconds.
