The type of scan that provides a series of cross-sectional slices of the body is ________.

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A CT scan (or computed tomography scan) uses X-rays and advanced computer technology to create detailed images of the body. It provides a series of cross-sectional slices that can provide information about internal organs, bones, and other tissues. MRI and ultrasound also provide images of the body but do not provide the same cross-sectional views as a CT scan. Sonography is another term for ultrasound.

The Type of Scan That Provides a Series of Cross-Sectional