1. Computerized Tomography By: Brianna Smith

2. Computerized Tomography(CT Scan)-A method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross- sectional scans along a single axis.  Hospitals  Clinics  Doctor’s offices

3. Why do we use CT Scans?  Higher resolution images= stronger diagnoses  Can provide more information about the disease  Shows if your are responding to treatment

4. How are CT scans used?  Patient lies on table  Go through the center  You can experience large whirling sounds  The contrast agent or dye is injected or swallowed before the CT scan ends

5. MLA  http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/health_advi ce/examinations/ctgeneral.htm http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/health_advi ce/examinations/ctgeneral.htm  http://www.emedicinehealth.com/ct_sca n/article_em.htm http://www.emedicinehealth.com/ct_sca n/article_em.htm

6. My Three Objectives  The definition of Computerized Tomography and where it can be found.  Why we use it  How the CT scan is used