Definition

A method that uses an infrared camera to detect temperature differences on the skin, helping to identify abnormal tissue or health issues.

Example

The doctor used thermography to check for any unusual heat patterns on the patient's body.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of thermography for medical diagnoses?

Yeah, I read that it helps detect abnormal tissue growth.

Exactly! It's fascinating how they use infrared cameras for that.

I know, right? It's amazing how technology can help in healthcare.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thermography is formed from "thermo-" (from Greek "thermos", meaning heat) and "-graphy" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or record). The word refers to the process of recording or imaging heat patterns.

Memory Tip

Think of 'heat' ('thermo-') being 'recorded' ('-graphy') — that's what thermography does.

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