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Introduction to Ultrasound

• Ultrasound refers to sound waves at frequencies higher than the audible range for humans.

• When used for creating grayscale images of the body, it is specifically termed sonography.

• The terms ultrasound and sonography are often used interchangeably in the medical field.

Understanding Sonography

• Sonography is essentially the process of drawing with sound.

• It involves using sound waves to create images of organs and structures within the body.

Role of Sonographers

• A sonographer may also be called an ultrasound technologist.

• Sonographers specialize in ultrasound technology and its applications in medical imaging.

• The term ultrasound technician is not used because:

  • "Technician" typically refers to someone who fixes or maintains equipment, rather than specializes in its use.

• Sonographers possess in-depth knowledge of how the ultrasound machines work, including their functionality and the underlying science.