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chest x-ray
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Radiographic image of the thoracic cavity (chest film)
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computed tomography (CT)
scan of the chest |
Computer-generated x-ray images showing thoracic structures in cross section
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pulmonary angiography or arteriography
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X-ray images are obtained after radioplaque contrast is injected into the pulmonary artery
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magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the chest
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Magnetic waves create detailed images of the chest in frontal, lateral, and cross-sectional (axial) planes
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positron emission tomography (PET) scan of the lung
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Radioactive substance is injected and images reveal metabolic activity in the lung
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ventilation-perfusion (V/Q) scan
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Detection device records radioactivity in the lung after injection of a radioisotope or inhalation of small amount of radioactive gas (xenon)
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bronchoscopy
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Fiberoptic or rigid endoscope inserted into the bronchial tubes for diagnosism biopsy, or collection of specimens
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endotracheal intubation
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Placement of tube through the mouth into the pharynx, larynx, and trachea to establish airway
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laryngoscopy
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Visual examination of the voice box
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lung biopsy
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Removal of lung tissue followed by microscopic examination
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mediastinoscopy
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Endoscopic visual examination of the mediastinum
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pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
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Tests that measure the ventilation mechanics of the lung (airway function, lung volume, and capcity of the lungs to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide efficiently)
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thoracentesis
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Surgical puncture to remove fluid from the pleural cavity
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thoracotomy
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Major surgery incision of the chest
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thoracoscopy
(thorascopy) |
VIsual examination of the chest via small incisions and use of an endoscope
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tracheostomy
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Surgical creation of an opening into the trachea through the neck
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tuberculin test
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Determines past or present tuberculous infection based on a positive skin reaction
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tube thoracostomy
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Chest tube is passed through an opening in the skin of the chest to continuously drain a pleural effusion
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