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X-Ray
Invented by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen in 1895, X-ray imaging is used in hospitals to detect fractures to bone, as well as abnormalities to soft tissues.
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When was the X-ray machine invented?
According to Wikipedia as displayed on Answers.com, x-ray machines were first displayed and used in public in 1895 and 1896. You can read a complete history and overview at http://www.answers.com/topic/x-ray-machine-2.
Does bronchitis always show up on an x ray?
No. A doctor listens for it. Pneumonia shows up on the x ray.
How can working with X-rays cause cancer?
Radiation is the emission (sending out) of energy from any source. The light that comes from the sun is a source of radiation, as is the heat that is constantly coming off our bodies. When talking about radiation, however, most people think of specific kinds of radiation such as that produced by radioactive materials or nuclear reactions. Most forms of radiation have not been linked to cancer. Only high frequency radiation (ionizing radiation and ultraviolet radiation) has been proven to cause genetic damage, which can lead to cancer.
One type of molecule that is sensitive to ionizing radiation is DNA, the part of the cell that contains the genes (blueprints) for each person's characteristics. Ionizing radiation can lead to a mutation (change) in a cell's DNA, which could contribute to cancer, or to the death of the cell. All cells in the body can be damaged by ionizing radiation. The amount of damage is related to the dose of radiation received by the cell. While the process of cellular change from radiation takes only a fraction of a second, other changes such as the beginning of cancer may take years to develop.
Depends.
As opposed to visible light, where what we see usually is made up of light that bounces back to us from the object that were' looking at, x-ray pictures are made up of radiation that has gone through the object we're examining.
Basically, in an x-ray, we're looking at the shadows formed by the parts of the object that the x-rays can't penetrate, or can't penetrate as easily.
So, what we need to be able to see something on x-ray is that there is a difference in how easily it is for x-rays to go through the object vs how easy it is for x-rays it is to go through what's around it.
A single piece of plastic surrounded by air would probably be detected, while a piece of plastic sitting on a steel sheet would probably not be detected. The plastic in air would cast a slight shadow, but for the steel-backed plastic the steel would stop everything.
What year was the X-ray invented?
X-rays were discovered by Wilhelm Roentgen in 1895. He had no idea what they were so he called them "X-rays" (X being an unknown variable) and then name just stuck.
Wilhelm Roentgen developed and produced the first energy wavelengths we now call X-rays. It was named the "x" ray because the exact nature of the energy was unknown at the time of discovery.
you can x-ray steel as thick as 2.5 inches. Using gamma-ray will increase this limit upto 3.5 inches
Do microwaves have more energy than X-rays?
Well, x-rays rank higher than everything on the electromagnetic spectrum except for gamma rays. The higher a ray ranks on the electromagnetic spectrum, the more energy it has. Therefore, x-rays have more energy than visible light and anything below it, and less energy than gamma rays.
Can you see a fetus on a x ray?
X ray is not allowed to be done. You can see your baby on ultrasonography screen.
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What is the purpose of vacuum in x ray tube?
Section II. PRODUCTION OF X-RAYS
1-6. PARTS AND COMPONENTS OF THE DENTAL X-RAY MACHINE
- General. The standard structural parts of the dental x-ray machine include a control panel (usually mounted behind a protective shield); a tube head, which houses the dental x-ray tube; and a flexible extension arm from which the tube head is suspended (see figure 1-1).
- The Control Panel. The components of the control panel are switches, dials, gauges, and lights. Basically, each control panel has the same function, the arrangement and location of these components will differ, depending upon the make, model, and year of construction of the dental x-ray unit. An operator's manual is issued with each unit. The operator should study it until he is familiar with its operational capability.
- The Extension Arm. The tube head is attached to the metal extension arm by means of a yoke that can revolve 360 degrees horizontally where it is connected. The construction of the yoke also provides vertical movement as well.
- The Tube Head. Inside the metal tube housing is the x-ray tube. The diagram in figure 1-2 represents a dental x-ray tube head and a dental x-ray tube. This tube emits radiation in the form of photons (photons will be discussed in Lesson 2) or x-rays. X-ray photons expose the film. In addition to exposing the film, it also exposes the patient to radiation. Unless certain protective measures are taken, the x-ray technician may also be exposed.
Figure 1-1. A representation of a control panel, x-ray tube head, and extension arm.
Figure 1-2. Dental x-ray tube head and dental x-ray tube.
1-7. THREE STEP PROCESS OF X-RAY PRODUCTION
- The First Step. The first step in x-ray production is to turn on the machine. (If there is doubt on the part of the x-ray technician concerning the operation of the unit, reference should be made to the operator's manual.) When the unit is turned on, the filament of the cathode is heated by electrical current, causing it to emit electrons (see figure 1-3).
- The Second Step. For the second step of this three-step process, high voltage is passed across the x-ray tube. When this is done, the electrons or electron cloud from the filament are drawn across the opening toward the anode. The anode is made of tungsten and is sometimes called the tungsten target. Figure 1-4 depicts the electrons speeding toward the anode (tungsten target).
- The Third Step. The third and final step in this three-step process is the collision of electrons with the anode (tungsten target). This rapid deceleration of electrons produces x-rays, also referred to as photons. Figure 1-5 represents electrons striking the anode (tungsten target) and producing x-ray photons.
Figure 1-3. Tube head with the filament of the cathode emitting electrons.
Figure 1-4. Electrons speeding toward the anode (tungsten target).
Figure 1-5. Electrons striking the anode (tungsten target) producing x-ray photons.
What is given to patients before they receive digestive system x-rays?
For a majority of MRI exams, the patient does not need any medication before or during the exam. Some exams require a contrast agent, which is typically injected and is extremely useful for visualizing blood flow. Sometimes a patient will be prescribed an MRI both without, and then with, contrast, in order to compare the images.
Some patients who are claustrophobic may be prescribed a sedative, or even be anesthetized to receive an MRI exam.
The MRI process, itself, does not require any medication in order to work. It is only that some particular pathologies or anatomies are better visualized in a shorter period of time through the use of contrast agents.
How old do you have to be to have an X-ray?
yes, pretty much any one can get xrays. some people babies should not though because they may be at risk from the radiation. you should not get to many xrays because it could be a risk to your health.
What is the annual salary for X-ray tech?
I depends on were you live but the average starting pay for an X-ray Tech is $11-19 hourly and for a Radiologic Tech $24-29 hourly. You can also get this information from the US Dept of Labor or the ARRT website.
What sort of things are difficult to image in x rays?
The flesh and body tissue. This is because it lacks in density and so the X-rays go right through it where as the the bones show clearly because it is high in density.
What are 10 good things about x-rays?
The only benefit of having an x-ray is that you obtain a more accurate diagnosis. There is no physiological benefit from the x-ray itself, except when used in radiation therapy at very high dosages to damage cancerous cells.
There are different ways to measure UV radiation. The mosty common one is by using an index number, which gives the approxiate danger level for humans. This index number is a result from taking different wavelengths into account, shorter wavelengths being more dangerous to cell structure than longer ones.
A better way however is to give the mW/(nm m2) (milliwatt per square meter per nanometer of wavelength).
For the exact calculations and more information, see:
http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvicalc.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultraviolet_index#Definition
How much does x ray technicians make?
It depends on a number of factors (location, level of experience, facility, etc).
I work in the OR and ER of an urban hospital in NJ, and my hourly base (with 2 years of experience) is $30/hour.
Two of the great things about the field is the many modalities/directions you can go in (x-ray, ct, mri, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, etc) and the variety of places you can work (hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, surgery centers, orthopaedic clinics, etc). These all contribute to the salary.
Why should pregnant women not normally be given an x ray?
X-rays are harmful rays. these rays do not so much affect an adult because of his developed body systems. But Doctors don't perform X- rays on pregnant women because it may affect the baby growing inside. The baby may suffer from deformities of the body parts.
What is the typical speed of a wave in x-rays?
X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation just like visible light. They travel at the same speed (299,792 km/s in a vacuum) as visible light. The only difference is that x-rays have a much higher frequency (~10^18 Hz) and hence a much shorter wavelength (~1 nm) than visible light.
X-rays are what kind of energy?
An X-ray is a highly energetic form of electromagnetic radiation. It is like visible light, only of higher frequency (shorter wavelength).
You are a bit confused. They don't. If you mean "why are X-rays held up to the light to see details," that's different. X-ray film turns dark when irradiated. Then the film is developed so that people can examine it. I don't agree. X-Rays are a form of light. A light, precisely. However, they do not "use" light waves, and the person above me is wrong in that sense, and does not know that X-Rays are a form of light. They don't use light waves, they are simply in that form - light waves - because that is how they work. I don't know quite how to explain it, but it is not a sound wave or any other type of wave, only light. They are very small, which is why X-Rays show your bones. However, they have radiation effects. (Notice that radiate means to radiate heat, which comes from light?) These effects can only happen with light waves.
