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CAT scanner

[kat]
–noun
a specialized x-ray instrument that displays computerized cross-sectional images of the body, providing a noninvasive means of visualizing the brain, lungs, liver, spleen, and other soft tissue.
Also called CT scanner.
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CAT scanner  
n.  A device that produces cross-sectional views of an internal body structure using computerized axial tomography. Also called CT scanner.
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: CAT scan·ner
Pronunciation: -'skan-&r
Function: noun
: a medical instrument consisting of integrated X-ray and computing equipment andused for computed tomography called also CT scanner
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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CAT scanner (kāt)
n.
A device that uses computerized axial tomography to produce cross-sectional views of an internal body structure.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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