types of contrast agents
Types of contrast agents refer to substances or materials that are used in medical imaging techniques to improve the visibility of specific structures or abnormalities in the body. These agents can be categorized into different types based on their composition, such as iodine-based, barium-based, or gadolinium-based, each offering distinct properties and applications in different imaging modalities like X-ray, CT scan, MRI, or ultrasound.
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