Technique
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In plain language
How the scan was performed: which sequences or slices were taken, in which planes, and whether contrast was given. It matters because a finding can only be reported if the technique used could show it.
Where you’ll see this
Near the top of the report, before the findings.
Your report may word it “Protocol” or “Examination technique”. These mean the same thing.
Questions worth asking your doctor
- Which part of this report is the conclusion I should focus on?
- Was the question my doctor asked actually answered by this scan?
- Is there an earlier report or addendum I should be reading alongside this one?
Parts of a report
Where this word comes up
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