Low-dose computed tomography
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Term | Low-dose computed tomography |
Short definition | low-dose computed tomography (loh-dose kum-PYOO-ted toh-MAH-gruh-fee) A procedure in which a computer is connected to an X-ray machine that emits a very low dose of radiation to create a series of detailed images of areas inside the body. The images are taken from different angles and are used to create 3D views of tissues and organs. |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
low-dose computed tomography - (pronounced) (loh-dose kum-PYOO-ted toh-MAH-gruh-fee) A procedure in which a computer is connected to an X-ray machine that emits a very low dose of radiation to create a series of detailed images of areas inside the body. The images are taken from different angles and are used to create 3D views of tissues and organs. Low-dose computed tomography is recommended as a screening test for adults who are at high risk of developing lung cancer because of their age and smoking history. Also called LDCT and low-dose CT scan
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