computerized tomography
Synonyms: computed tomography
Abbreviations: CT
Definition: (tuh-MAH-gra-fee) A series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body; the pictures are created by a computer linked to an x-ray machine. Also called computed tomography (CT) scan or computed/computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan. (CNet)
For more information: See computerized axial tomography, tomography.
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