computed tomography

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Synonyms: computer tomography

Antonyms: computer tomography

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Noun

1. A form of [[radiography]] which uses computer software to create images, or slices, at various planes of depth from images taken around a body or volume of interest. Sometimes called “[[computerized]] tomography”. (The radiation used is [[X-ray]]s unless otherwise specified.)

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