Definition

A medical test that uses X-rays to take pictures of blood vessels after a special dye is injected into them.

Example

The doctor ordered an angiography to check for any blockages in the patient's arteries.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of angiography?

Yeah, I think it's a test for looking at blood vessels.

Exactly! They use it to see if there's any blockage.

That sounds really important for heart health.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Angiography is formed from "angeion" (meaning vessel) and "grapho" (meaning to write or record). The word refers to the process of recording images of blood vessels.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vessel' ('angeion') being 'recorded' ('grapho') — that's what angiography means.

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