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Xrays are high energy waves that can penetrate soft tissue, like organs and skin, but not bones and teeth. Therefore, when you stand in the xray machine, the film is exposed to xrays only where they can pass through the body. Hence, you get pictures of bones and teeth but not organs and skin.
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∙ 16y agoHow does a x-ray machine show all the bones?
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Does a bone xray show up arthritis?
X rays show up the damage that arthritis does to bone and will show the proximity of one bone to another which indicates damage or wear to cartilage.
Which tissue appears as a fine white line surrounding the root of the tooth of a dental human xray?
The periodontal ligament can be seen as a fine white line around the root of the tooth on an dental xray.
Skeleton picture of the scaphoid bone in wrist can you display an xray of the scaphoid bone?
yes
How can you hide the Ptb scar in the xray?
Drink 2 glasses of fresh milk. I assure you it works.
What are two ways to view skeletal system injuries?
A simple xray works, and of course simple viewing physically for discoloration and odd contortions
Does a tumor show up on an xray?
not unless your bones are moved forward because of it
How do you know when your fractured foot is healed?
The xray will show the bones being close together
What need prompted in the xray machine?
Doctors wanted to see bones inside the body. The x-ray machine was formally introduced in 1896 by H.L Smith. X-rays were discovered accidentally in Germany.
Why do you have the xray?
Usually to check for broken bones or bone malformations.
What is the definition of an xray?
A photograph of the bones and structure inside a body.
How do doctors test your bones?
It is hard to know what is meant by "test" in this setting. A common "test" for bones is an xray.
How do you know you've reached your final height?
You have likely reached your final height once you have gone through puberty and your growth plates have fused. This usually occurs around the ages of 16-18 for girls and 18-21 for boys. Your doctor can also assess your growth and development to determine if you have reached your final height.
Is the xray machine an input device?
it says that on some websites
Can arteries show up on xray?
If they are calcified, such as an aorta that has plaque build up. Abdominal aortic aneurysms can sometimes be seen on xray in this situation. However, in general, arteries do not show up on xray.
Who makes more money hourly an xray tech or a radiologist?
xray tech...how needs doctors anyway!
Do diamonds show up on xray?
Yes
CAn an Xray reveal previous TB history?
An X-ray can show signs of previous tuberculosis (TB) such as scarring or calcifications in the lungs. However, a chest X-ray alone cannot confirm a previous TB infection. Additional tests, like a TB skin test or blood test, may be needed to confirm previous TB exposure or infection.
