Radiological
Radiological
Radiological (pronunciation: /ˌreɪdɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/) is an adjective that pertains to radiology, the branch of medicine that uses radiation, including X-rays, gamma rays, and radio waves, in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Etymology
The term "radiological" is derived from the Latin word "radius," meaning "ray," and the Greek word "logia," meaning "study of." It was first used in the late 19th century, following the discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen.
Related Terms
- Radiologist: A medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET), and ultrasound.
- Radiography: The process of creating an image by projecting radiation onto a photosensitive surface, such as a film or a digital sensor.
- Radiation Therapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses beams of intense energy to kill cancer cells.
- Radiosurgery: A form of radiation therapy that focuses high-power energy on a small area of the body.
- Radiopharmaceuticals: Radioactive compounds used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Radiological
- Wikipedia's article - Radiological
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