radiology

[ rey-dee-ol-uh-jee ]

noun

1. the science dealing with x-rays or nuclear radiation, especially for medical uses.
2. the examination or photographing of organs, bones, etc., with such rays.
3. the interpretation of medical x-ray photographs.

radiology

/ ˌreɪdɪˈɒlədʒɪ /

noun

1. the use of X-rays and radioactive substances in the diagnosis and treatment of disease

radiology

/ rā′dē-ŏl′ə-jē /

1. The branch of medicine that deals with diagnostic images of anatomic structures through the use of electromagnetic radiation or sound waves and that treats disease through the use of radioactive compounds. Radiologic imaging techniques include x-rays, CAT scans, PET scans, MRIs, and ultrasonograms.

radiology

1. The branch of medicine devoted to the study of images obtained by x-ray , ultrasound , CAT scans , or magnetic resonance imaging , and to the treatment of cancer by radiation therapy.

Derived Forms

• ˌradiˈologist, noun

Other Words From

• radi·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of radiology¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; radio- + -logy

Example Sentences

Multiple studies have shown that visual arts training improves observational skills, communication and empathy among both medical students and residents in ophthalmology, nuclear medicine, radiology, and dermatology.

From Science Daily

Because of their small size, PanINs are challenging to detect and cannot be identified by a typical radiology examination.

From Science Daily

The innovations put ophthalmology alongside radiology, cardiology, and dermatology as specialties in which AI innovation is happening fast.

From Seattle Times

A significant staffing resource is required to facilitate the clinic from surgery, pathology, and radiology.

From BBC

Dr. Hanneman and a team of researchers looked at the benefits and downsides of incorporating AI tools into radiology.

From Science Daily