Instruments used in radiology

Instruments used in Radiology

Radiology is a branch of medicine that uses imaging technology to diagnose and treat diseases. The instruments used in radiology are essential tools for medical professionals to visualize the internal structures of the body.

X-ray Machine

An X-ray machine (pronounced: eks-ray muh-sheen) is a device used to generate X-rays. These are a type of radiation that can pass through the body and onto film, making images of the inside of the body. The term "X-ray" is derived from the German word "X-Strahlen", meaning "unknown rays".

Related terms: Radiography, Radiologist

CT Scanner

A CT scanner (pronounced: see-tee skan-er), or computed tomography scanner, is a medical device that uses X-rays to produce cross-sectional images of the body. The term "computed tomography" comes from the Greek words "tomos" (slice) and "graphein" (to write).

Related terms: Computed Tomography, CT Scan

MRI Machine

An MRI machine (pronounced: em-ar-eye muh-sheen), or magnetic resonance imaging machine, is a device that uses a large magnet and radio waves to create detailed images of organs and tissues within the body. The term "magnetic resonance imaging" is derived from the fact that it uses magnetic fields and radio frequency signals to generate images.

Related terms: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MRI Scan

Ultrasound Machine

An Ultrasound machine (pronounced: uhl-truh-sound muh-sheen) is a device that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the inside of the body. The term "ultrasound" comes from the Latin words "ultra" (beyond) and "sonus" (sound).

Related terms: Sonography, Ultrasound Imaging

PET Scanner

A PET scanner (pronounced: pet skan-er), or positron emission tomography scanner, is a machine that uses a special dye containing radioactive tracers to help visualize functional processes in the body. The term "positron emission tomography" is derived from the process it uses to generate images.

Related terms: Positron Emission Tomography, PET Scan