Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Permitting the passage of x-rays

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Permitting the passage of x-rays

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Radiolucent refers to a material or substance that allows the passage of x-rays, meaning it is transparent to x-rays.

Answer: H
 A radioisotope is a radioactive isotope that can be used in medical imaging or treatment.

Answer: A
 In vitro refers to experiments or procedures that are performed outside of a living organism, such as in a laboratory dish or test tube.

Answer: B
 In vivo refers to experiments or procedures that are performed within a living organism, such as in a human or animal subject.

Answer: D
 Magnetic resonance (MR), also known as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), uses strong magnets to create images of the body's internal structures.

Answer: E
 Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive materials (radioisotopes) to diagnose and treat diseases.

Answer: C
 A labeled compound is a substance that has been modified with a radioactive label, in order to track its movements in biological systems.

Answer: G
 Radioimmunoassay is a laboratory technique that uses radioactive antibodies to detect and measure various substances in biological samples.

Answer: F
 Positron emission tomography (PET) uses radioactive tracers to create detailed images of organs and tissues in the body.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings