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Bone Densitometry (BD) - Measurement of bone density using dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) to detect osteoporosis. Cardiovascular Interventional Technology (CVIT) - Radiologic procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Computed Tomography (CT) - Recording of a predetermined plane in the body using an x-ray beam that is measured, recorded, and then processed by a computer for display on a monitor. Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Visualization of deep structures of the body by recording the reflections of pulses of ultrasound(high frequency) waves directed into the tissue. Energy - Capacity to operate or work. Ionization - Any process by which a neutral atom gains or loses an electron, thus acquiring a net charge. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - use a strong magnetic field and radio waves along with a computer to generate sectional images of patient anatomy Mammography - Radiography of the breast. Nuclear Medicine Technology - Branch of radiology that involves the introduction of radioactive substances into the body for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.Positron Emission Tomography (PET) - The creation of sectional images of the body that demonstrate the physiologic function of various organs and systems. today many pet combine with CT or MR( anatomical function)