radiography
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Radiography is the process of creating images of the inside of the body using X-rays or other forms of radiation. This technique, also known as diagnostic imaging, allows medical professionals to visualize internal structures like bones and organs.12
X-rays work by passing through the body, where different tissues absorb them to varying degrees. Denser materials, such as bones, absorb more X-rays, appearing lighter in the resulting image (radiograph), while softer tissues absorb fewer, appearing darker. This differential absorption helps in identifying abnormalities. Advanced techniques like computerized tomography (CT) scanning provide cross-sectional images, offering more detailed views than conventional X-rays. Radiography is a fundamental tool in modern medicine for both diagnosing and monitoring diseases.12
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