Diagnostic Imaging

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X-Ray definition:

A medical imaging test that uses a small amount of radiation to create pictures of the inside of the body

X-Ray colour indications

White: Dense tissue (Bone & Metal)
Gray: Muscle, fat, tissue
Black: Air

X-Ray uses

Diagnosing injuries
Identifying diseases
Detecting foreign objects
Guiding treatments

Computerized Tomography (CT) Scan definition

Combines multiple X-ray images taken from different angles to create detailed, cross-sectional pictures of the body

CT scan uses

Emergency diagnosis
Diagnosing injuries
Identifying diseases
Internal bleeding or leaks
Guiding treatments

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) definition:

Non-invasive medical imaging technique that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed three-dimensional images of organs, soft tissues, and internal structures.

MRI uses:

Diagnosing tumours, aneurysms, and bleeding.
Stroke evaluation.
Brain flow detection.
Spinal issues.
Soft tissue, joint and ligament injuries.

Ultrasound definition:

Uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of the inside of the body

Ultrasound uses:

Diagnosing injuries
Identifying diseases
Detecting foreign objects
Guiding treatments