Definition

Related to a medical imaging technique that uses radioactive substances to visualize organs and tissues in the body.

Example

The doctor ordered a scintigraphic scan to assess the patient's heart function.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of scintigraphic imaging?

Yeah, I think it's used for checking how organs are functioning, right?

Exactly! It's pretty fascinating how they can see things inside the body.

I agree! It really shows the advances in medical technology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scintigraphic → It is formed from "scintilla" (from Latin, meaning spark or particle) and "-graphic" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or describe). The word refers to a method of imaging that describes or depicts the distribution of radioactive substances in the body, akin to capturing the 'sparks' of radiation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scintilla' meaning spark, which helps you remember that 'scintigraphic' relates to imaging that captures the 'sparks' of radiation in the body.

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