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Which medical imaging technique is abbreviated to CT scan?
Which medical imaging technique is abbreviated to CT scan?
- Ultrasound
- MRI
- CAT scan (correct)
- X-ray
What is the name for the personnel that perform CT scans?
What is the name for the personnel that perform CT scans?
- Surgeons
- Radiographers (correct)
- Radiologists
- Technicians
What do CT scanners use to measure X-ray attenuations inside the body?
What do CT scanners use to measure X-ray attenuations inside the body?
- Ultrasound waves
- Gamma rays
- Detectors (correct)
- Magnetic fields
What is the purpose of tomographic reconstruction algorithms in CT scanning?
What is the purpose of tomographic reconstruction algorithms in CT scanning?
In which situations can CT scan be used instead of MRI?
In which situations can CT scan be used instead of MRI?
Which imaging technique combines X-rays and computer technology to produce detailed images of the inside of the body?
Which imaging technique combines X-rays and computer technology to produce detailed images of the inside of the body?
What type of images can a CT scan show?
What type of images can a CT scan show?
How does a CT scan differ from a standard X-ray?
How does a CT scan differ from a standard X-ray?
What path does the X-ray beam take during a CT scan?
What path does the X-ray beam take during a CT scan?
What is the main advantage of a CT scan over a regular X-ray?
What is the main advantage of a CT scan over a regular X-ray?