Chronic changes on Imaging Test
Chronic changes on an imaging test implies that the finding being discussed by the radiologist is something that has been there for a long time. This implies that the radiologist…
General Imaging
Rule Out As A Clinical Indication For Imaging Test
Rule out is sometimes placed as a clinical indication for a test by ordering providers. This can be problematic because rule out may not be covered by insurance. This is…
Indication For Radiology Report
The indication for a radiology report is the reason for the exam. This is often included in the radiology report at the beginning or top of the report. The…
Typos in Radiology Reports
Typos in radiology reports are common. Radiologists have more frequently been using speech recognition software to produce reports. They dictate into a microphone and the speech recognition software composes a…
Body of the Radiology Report
The body of the radiology report is where most of the detail is. This is where the radiologist describes the findings on the imaging study. The body of the report…
What is The Impression In A Report
Impression is like the conclusion of a report. It should be the place where the bottom line is. Where the radiologist gives his most likely diagnosis. Sometimes radiologists will give…
What does it mean when we say Probable Diagnosis in a report?
Probable diagnosis in a report implies a high degree of certainty with regards to a diagnosis. There is however, a little room left for doubt and other possibilities. This is…
Does it Matter Where You Get An MRI?
Yes, it does. MRIs are best done at facilities that have experience with your type of test. You want technologists and radiologists who have experience and preferably additional training in…
Metastatic Bone Lesions on CT
Metastatic bones lesions are identified when a cancer has spread from its primary site. Metastatic cancer has a worse prognosis. Metastatic cancer can spread to many places throughout the body…
Metastasis on X-ray
Metastasis means that cancer has spread to a site that is separate from the original cancer. Finding metastasis carries a worse prognosis. Metastasis can go to various sites in…
What is a Protocol for An Imaging Test?
Protocol is a way of doing a particular imaging test. A protocol can vary based on the particular test, the location where the test is done, the preference of…
Is More Imaging Always Better?
No. There are many downsides to doing more imaging. Imaging is expensive. Some imaging tests expose you to potentially harmful radiation. Doing more imaging is time consuming and may take…