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computerized axial tomography scan

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1 Definition of computerized axial tomography scan

Meaning of computerized axial tomography scan: A series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body taken from different angles.

A series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body taken from different angles. The pictures are created by a computer linked to an x-ray machine. Also called CAT scan, computed tomography scan, computerized tomography, and CT scan.

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