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Barium is used as a dye during CAT scans.
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What is the most effective way to be screened for renal cell carcinoma?
there are biopsy procedures that can be done to test the tissue for cancer. You can start with an abdominal cat scan to check for any abnormal enlargements, liver function tests, and urine cytology. Bone scans or abdominal ct scans can be used to diagnose if a spread of the disease has taken place.
What is a material that is used to fill in follow organs for better visualization during a radiography procedure called?
cat scan
What are the names of the liquids used in a smoke machine?
cat wee cat wee
What is the best tool to use for cutting a hole for a cat flap in a door which has aluminium in the middle?
probably a sawzall with a metal blade
What is a cat flap?
A cat flap is at the bottom of a door and it is used for cats to get in and out of the house instead of having to open the door every time.
Metal that is used as a dye cat scans?
The metal that is used as a dye in CT scans is water soluble iodine or barium. These are sometimes avoided by patients because of allergies to the metals.
What type of medical imaging would best be used to diagnose epileptic seizures?
CAT scans and MRI scans are often used.
Do ct-scans and cat-scans mean the same thing?
Yes.
What are the responsibilities of radiologists?
To do CAT scans and MRI scans on people so you can diagnose them with a disease
What is an example of how computers have led to advances in medical technology?
CAT scans
How do you find brain damage?
several ways - CAT scans, PET scans, ECG scans...check it up with ur doctor
What field includes CAT (computerized axial tomography) scans and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans as diagnostic tools?
CAT scans and MRI scans are useful for a wide variety of medical investigations; the MRI in particular is very useful for neurological examinations, since it is otherwise very difficult to examine the brain in any detail. CAT scans can be used for all sorts of things, to investigate illness or injury in any part of the body. I had one recently for a kidney stone.
How many cat scans can you have in a year?
30
Are repeated cat scans dangerous?
yes they are
Are CAT scans used with encephalopathy?
Confusion, disorientation, and other indications of impaired brain function strongly suggest encephalopathy in patients known to have liver disease. CAT scans and examination of spinal fluid don't provide diagnostic clues.
Do cat scans make your nose bleed?
No, they shouldn't.
What kind of doctor gives CAT scans?
A Radiologist.
