Bandwidth
Bandwidth (medicine)
Bandwidth (pronounced: /ˈbændˌwɪdθ/) in the context of medicine, refers to the capacity or range of frequencies within a band, in particular, the range of frequencies used for transmitting a signal.
Etymology
The term "bandwidth" originates from the field of signal processing. It was first used in the late 19th century, referring to the width of a band of frequencies. In medicine, the term has been adopted to describe the range or capacity of various medical technologies and procedures.
Definition
In medicine, bandwidth can refer to the range of frequencies used in various medical imaging technologies, such as MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and Ultrasound. The bandwidth of these technologies can affect the quality and detail of the images produced. A higher bandwidth allows for more detailed images, while a lower bandwidth may result in less detailed images.
Related Terms
- Frequency: The rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time or in a given sample.
- MRI: A medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body.
- Ultrasound: An imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within your body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bandwidth
- Wikipedia's article - Bandwidth
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