bone imaging

Methods of investigating bone diseases. These include X rays and the use of radioactive isotopes (radionuclides) which concentrate in bone, giving off radiation that can be detected. Modern techniques of radionuclide scanning, using a GAMMA CAMERA can be more sensitive, and safer, than X-rays. See also BONE SCANNING.

Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005

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