A Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a procedure where fine tissue samples are taken for analysis from an area in the body using a fine needle. A Core Biopsy is a procedure where small core samples of tissue are taken for analysis from an area in the body. This procedure is performed by a radiologist…
A Fistulogram is an x-ray procedure to view an abnormal passage (fistula) between two or more organs. It may include a passage from inside the body, to an opening on the skin. Contrast (once called x-ray dye) is used to identify the start of the fistula, its pathway, and what organs are involved. Preparation The…
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CT stands for Computed Tomography, also known as CAT (Computerized Axial Tomography). It is a diagnostic test that uses a combination of X-rays and advanced computer technology to create cross-sectional anatomical images from different angles around the body. A computer puts these images together and can make them into 2D and 3D images. A CT…
A barium enema is an x-ray procedure to examine the lower gastrointestinal tract using a barium. Liquid barium is a white, chalky contrast material that helps the colon show up better on the X-ray. A barium enema is used to help diagnose diseases and other problems that affect the lower GIT. These may include abdominal…
Biliary drainage is the insertion of a tube into the bile duct. This is most commonly carried out when the bile ducts are blocked. The bile ducts normally allow bile (a green-brown fluid that is produced by the liver to help with the digestion of fats) to drain from the liver to the small intestine….
