UPDATED QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Involve the puncture or cutting of the skin or entry into an orifice - CORRECT
ANSWER Invasive test
Test that takes multiple 2-D x-rays to give 3-D images - CORRECT ANSWER CT-
Scan (tomo)
What is hounsfield unit? - CORRECT ANSWER Quantifies absorption levels of
different tissues. Water being 0 units. (CT Scan)
Ultrasound utilizes high-frequency sound waves. Name the techniques used. - CORRECT
ANSWER A-mode, B-mode, M-mode, grayscale, real-time, doppler
What are the advantages of ultrasounds? - CORRECT ANSWER Differentiate solid
from fluid filled structures ; lower cost ; portability ; accessibility ; no radiation
What are the he limitations of ultrasounds? - CORRECT ANSWER Low resolution ;
relies on skill of technician ; noise produced if soundwaves hit bones or gas
What is the difference between hypoechoic and hyperechoic tissues? - CORRECT
ANSWER Hypoechoic reflects few sound waves ex: fluids ; Hyperechoic reflects large
number of sounwaves ex: fat
Name the most common contrast agents - CORRECT ANSWER Barium, Iodine,
Gadolinium
What is the gold standard test to diagnose multiple sclerosis? - CORRECT
ANSWER MRI