tomography
təˈmɑːɡrəfi
tomographies
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Definition of tomography - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
healthcareTECH.medical imaging of body's interiorTECH.
  • Tomography is essential in modern medical diagnostics.
imaging radiography scan
2.
slice scanTECH.imaging technique creating detailed section imagesTECH.
  • Tomography helps doctors see inside the body.
radiography scanning
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Expressions with tomography

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medical imaging technique using computer-processed X-rays
Computed axial tomography is essential for diagnosing internal injuries..
medical imaging method using X-rays to make cross-sectional body images
The doctor ordered a computed tomography to check for injuries.
method examining organs with X rays and computer scans
Computerized tomography revealed the extent of the injury.
imaging technique producing detailed cross-sectional images
High-resolution tomography is used in medical diagnostics to view internal structures.
medical imaging technique using magnetic fields and radio waves
The doctor recommended magnetic resonance tomography for a clearer diagnosis.
medical scan showing tissue activity using positrons and gamma rays
The doctor ordered positron emission tomography for brain imaging.

Origin of tomography

Greek, tomos (section) + graphein (to write)

Terms with tomography included in their meaning

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CT scanabbr.
abr: Computed Tomography scan
medical test using x-rays to make body images
CTacr.
acr: computed tomography
medical scan that uses X-rays
PETacr.
acr: positron emission tomography
scan that shows how organs work
abr: Positron Emission Tomography scan
medical test using a scanner to see inside the body
abr: Computerized Axial Tomography scan
medical test using X-rays to see inside the body
abr: Computed Axial Tomography scan
medical scan that shows detailed body images
HRTacr.
acr: high-resolution tomography
medical scan that shows very clear body images
CATacr.
acr: Computerized Axial Tomography
medical scan using computers to make body images

Examples of tomography in a sentence

  • Advancements in tomography have revolutionized cancer detection.
  • The hospital invested in new tomography equipment.
  • Tomography is crucial for accurate cancer diagnosis.

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  1. French:tomographie, scanner, ...
  2. German:Tomographie, Schnittbildverfahren, ...
  3. Italian:tomografia, ...
  4. Spanish:tomografía, ...
  5. Portuguese:tomografia, ...
  6. Chinese:断层扫描, 层析成像, ...
  7. Japanese:トモグラフィー, イメージング, ...
  8. Arabic:تَصْوِير طَبَقِي, تَصوير مَقْطَعِيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:טוֹמוֹגְרַפְיָה, ...
  10. Russian:томография, томографическое исследование, ...
  11. Ukrainian:томографія, ...
  12. Hindi:टोमोग्राफी, टॉमोग्राफी, ...
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