scintiscanning

scin·ti·scan·ner

[sin-tuh-skan-er]
noun
a device that records the distribution and intensity of an internally administered radiopharmaceutical, producing a scintigram.

Origin:
1950–55; scinti(llation) + scanner

scin·ti·scan·ning, noun
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scintiscanner scin·ti·scan·ner (sĭn'tĭ-skān'ər)
n.
The apparatus used to make a scintigram.

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Scintiscanning is always a great word to know.
So is gobo. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
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