See Also: CT scan (computer tomography)(health)
Computer Tomography Scan(health)
Computed tomography (CT or CAT scan)(health)
Computerized axial tomography scan(health)
Multigated Acquisition Scan (MUGA scan)(health)
MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scan)(health)
Tomography(health)
Tomography(medicine)
tomography(dictionary)
tomography(encyclopedia)

Computer Tomography Scan (health)


A diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a combination of x-rays and computer technology to produce cross-sectional images (often called slices), both horizontally and vertically, of the body. A CT scan shows detailed images of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. CT scans are more detailed than general x-rays.