Asked by jessica marzuki on Jun 23, 2024
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What is an x-ray of air passageways using a contrast medium?
A) cholangiogram
B) arthrography
C) echoencephalography
D) bronchogram
Contrast Medium
A substance used in medical imaging to improve the contrast of structures or fluids within the body, enhancing the visibility of blood vessels, gastrointestinal tract, and other areas during radiographic procedures.
Bronchogram
A radiographic image of the bronchi, usually obtained after the airways have been filled with a contrast medium, for diagnostic purposes.
Air Passageways
The routes throughout the respiratory system, including the nose, throat, windpipe, and lungs, through which air is inhaled and exhaled.
- Elucidate the application and function of contrast agents in diagnostic imaging techniques.
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Chloe PeddleJun 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A bronchogram is an x-ray of the air passageways using a contrast medium. A cholangiogram is an x-ray of the bile ducts, arthrography is an x-ray of a joint using contrast medium, and echoencephalography is an ultrasound of the brain.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the application and function of contrast agents in diagnostic imaging techniques.