A computerized X-ray imaging procedure in which a narrow beam of X-rays is aimed at a patient and quickly rotated around the body, producing signals that are processed by the machine's computer to generate cross-sectional images-or "slices"-of the body. These slices are called tomographic images and contain more detailed information about the internal organs than conventional X-rays.
A form of high energy electromagnetic radiation that can pass through most objects, including the body. X-rays travel through the body and strike an x-ray detector (such as radiographic film, or a digital x-ray detector) on the other side of the patient, forming an image that represents the “shadows” of objects inside the body.
A substance used to enhance the imaged appearance of structures, processes or fluids within the body in biomedical imaging. A Medical Injector is a piece of equipment used with contrast media. It injects the substance into the body to enhance the visibility during Medical Examination or procedures.
A form of high energy electromagnetic radiation that can pass through most objects, including the body. X-rays travel through the body and strike an x-ray detector (such as radiographic film, or a digital x-ray detector) on the other side of the patient, forming an image that represents the “shadows” of objects inside the body.