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CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of study An ultrasound test uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of internal body organs. Imaging tests can identify abnormalities and helps in diagnosing conditions. A Transvaginal sonography/scan (TVS) is a type of pelvic ultrasound used to examine female reproductive organs. This includes the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix, and vagina. “Transvaginal” means “through the vagina.” This is an internal (or intracavitary) examination.…

Computed Tomography A CT scan is produced using plenty of x-ray images from lots of different angles using computerized axial tomography (cat). It produces cross-sectional images or slices of bones, tissues and the angio portion which is produced through a CTA (cat scan angio) allows professionals to view the blood vessels. It is a great medical tool, with interesting history and of course like everything else in the worldwide medicine, it has its pros and cons. A Computed Tomography scan is a…

disease in patients and we treat them by using PET/MR and seeing how their body is functioning of course we can not read the results but the patient will have a better understanding what's going on in their body. PET is a type of nuclear medicine imaging procedure. PET stands for positron emission tomography it allows to detect disease in patients. PET…

Becoming a Radiologist Have you ever had an x-ray taken before? If you have, you know how they work. If you haven’t, you probably have heard from other people how they work. X-rays are interesting because they show you what is under the skin and muscle. A radiologist is a person who looks at the x-rays and decides what is wrong. I have never talked to a radiologist, but quite a few radiologists have seen my x-rays. I have had a couple x-rays, and that is what had gotten my attention of becoming…

benefits that come out of targeting Alzheimer's in earlier stages before causing irreversible brain damage. The Alzheimer's Association wanted to find potential biomarkers that will allow to detect early stages of the disease, and so far Brain Imaging/Neuroimaging have been the top contender. There has been the development of tracers such as Florbetapir F-18 which during a PET(Positron Emission Tomography) brain scan reveals amyloid plaques in the brain of tested patients. Others that have…

Joan Baker’s Journey There have been many contributions to the sonography field in past years. Many pioneers have come up with new ways to improve the sonography profession. Numerous improvements have been made ranging from new technologies, medical devices, organizations, and making the work environment of the sonographer a safer place. Joan Baker has played an important role in sonography, since she has created organizations, taught sonography ergonomics, and has an award given in her honor.…

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, founded in 1922 is the world's largest authorization association that specializes in certifying technologists. The organization focuses on certifying and registering people in the work force. This association is important because it's required to be registered in order to be able to work in the desired field. The technologists are certified with various extensive tests and exams. In addition to the job opportunities one can get by becoming…

of the body. Actually, this form of imaging has been found to be very effective in management and treatment of abnormal body functional processes. The scan does not use a lot of time and tends to be less risky as well as having limited side effects. The scan’s effects will usually fade from the body within 24 hours while its efficacy is guaranteed. The PET scan should not be risky if all the safety precautions are observed and adhered to. This form of imaging is quintessential when dealing with…

CAT Scans, ultrasounds, mammograms and regular x-rays are common in the healthcare system. To a patient, these are normal tests that one may experience during their life. However, in the world of medical billing and coding, these are not any regular test. These and other tests completed by the radiology department are coded unlike most treatments. Radiology coding is often billed by technical and professional components. When components are used is when the total cost of service is separated. By…

AWhy are the advancements made to obstetrics ultrasound imaging so important? Ultrasound imaging is a high valued technology that is used to see many of the body’s internal organs such as blood vessels, soft tissues, or a growing fetus inside the womb along with the placenta and uterus. This simple, pain free procedure is dependant on sound waves that are sent through the mother and bounce off the baby and back to the ultrasound machine. Ultrasounds have been around for some time now, however…