by jspill0771 | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Bone densitometry, or DEXA (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry), measures the strength of your bones to determine whether you are at risk for developing osteoporosis or osteopenia (decreased bone mass) — osteopenia often develops into osteoporosis. Doctors use the test...
by jspill0771 | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
A CT or CAT (computed tomography) scan combines X-ray and computer technology to show highly detailed, 3-D images of any part of the body, including bones, muscles, fat, organs and blood vessels. Scans can also be performed using a contrast solution (either swallowed...
by jspill0771 | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) is a test that allows doctors to see the inside of the body in great detail. Using a magnetic field and pulses of radio wave energy, an MRA creates detailed pictures of organs and structures inside the body to help doctors pinpoint...
by jspill0771 | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is a diagnostic procedure that combines a powerful magnet, radio waves and computer technology to provide detailed images of tissues, muscles, nerves and bones. Because MRI uses magnetic force and radio waves to create images, there is...
by jspill0771 | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Nuclear medicine is a specialized area of radiology that uses very small amounts of radioactive materials (given either orally or intravenously) to examine an organ’s structure and metabolic function, and is used to: Scan organs for abnormalitiesEvaluate the...
