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What is cerebral angiography and what is its purpose?
 
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Question 2

In nuclear medicine, areas of increased uptake are called ________.
 
  A) hot spots
  B) dark spots
  C) cold spots
  D) light spots



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Answer to Question 1

Cerebral angiography is a radiologic procedure in which a radiopaque contrast dye is injected into the carotid arteries and an x-ray is taken to visualize the arterial circulation in the brain. This test can show aneurysms, stenosis, tumors, or plaque in the arteries. A tumor can be seen as an interwoven collection of new blood vessels, or it can be seen indirectly when it distorts normal anatomy and forces arteries into abnormal positions. The x-ray image is known as an angiogram or arteriogram.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: A) Correct
B) Areas of increased uptake are not called dark spots.
C) Areas of increased uptake are not called cold spots.
D) Areas of increased uptake are not called light spots.



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