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Topic: Health

radiographic

IPA: /ˌreɪdiəˈɡræfɪk/

KK: /reɪdiəˈɡræfɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a method of taking images of the inside of the body using radiation, often used in medical settings to diagnose conditions.

Example: The doctor reviewed the radiographic images to check for any abnormalities.

radiography

IPA: /ˌreɪdiˈɒɡrəfi/

KK: /reɪdiˈɒɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The method of using radiation to create images of the inside of objects, especially for medical purposes.

Example: The doctor used radiography to examine the patient's bones for any fractures.

radiologic

IPA: //ˌreɪdiəˈlɒdʒɪk//

KK: /reɪdiəˈlɒdʒɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to the branch of medicine that uses imaging techniques to diagnose and treat diseases.

Example: The radiologic technician prepared the patient for the X-ray procedure.

radiological

IPA: /ˌreɪdiəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

KK: /ˌreɪdiəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to radiation or the use of radioactive materials, often in medical imaging or treatment.

Example: The doctor ordered a radiological examination to check for any internal injuries.

radiologically

IPA: /ˌreɪdiəˈlɒɡɪkli/

KK: /reɪdiəˈlɑɡɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the use of radiation or imaging techniques in medicine.

Example: The doctor examined the patient radiologically to assess the condition of the bones.

radiologist

IPA: //ˌreɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst//

KK: /ˈreɪdiˌɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical professional who uses imaging techniques, like X-rays and MRIs, to diagnose and treat diseases.

Example: The radiologist reviewed the scans to check for any abnormalities.

radiology

IPA: //ˌreɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi//

KK: /reɪdiˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A field of medicine that uses radiation, such as X-rays, to diagnose and treat diseases.

Example: She decided to specialize in radiology because she was fascinated by medical imaging techniques.

radiolucency

IPA: /ˌreɪdiəˈluːsənsi/

KK: /ˌreɪdiəˈluːsənsi/

noun

Definition: The quality of allowing radiation, such as X-rays, to pass through an object, making it appear dark on an X-ray image.

Example: The dentist noted the radiolucency in the X-ray, indicating a possible cavity.

radiolucent

IPA: //ˌreɪdiəˈluːsənt//

KK: /ˌreɪdiəˈluːsənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing a material that allows x-rays or other types of radiation to pass through it easily.

Example: The radiolucent material was used in the medical imaging process to ensure clear results.

radiopaque

IPA: /ˌreɪdiəʊˈpeɪk/

KK: /reɪdiəʊˈpeɪk/

adjective

Definition: Not allowing x-rays or other types of radiation to pass through.

Example: The doctor used a radiopaque dye to help visualize the organs during the scan.

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