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CAT scan

  [kat]
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–noun
1. an examination performed with a CAT scanner.
2. an x-ray image obtained by examination with a CAT scanner.
Also, CT scan.

Origin:
1970–75; c(omputerized) a(xial) t(omography)
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CAT scan   (kāt)   
n.  An image produced by a CAT scanner. Also called CT scan.
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Cultural Dictionary

CAT scan [(kat)]

A three-dimensional image of a cross section of the body made with x-rays that is useful in diagnosing disease (for example, in detecting tumors). CAT stands for computerized axial tomography, the name of the method used to produce the image.

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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: CAT scan
Pronunciation: 'kat-'skan, "sE-"A-'tE-
Function: noun
: a sectional view of the body constructed by computed tomography called alsoCT scan
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CAT scan   (kāt)  Pronunciation Key 
Short for computerized axial tomography scan. An image of a body structure produced by computerized axial tomography.
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