magnification radiography

mag·ni·fi·ca·tion ra·di·og·ra·phy

radiography using a microfocal x-ray tube and increased subject-film distance to provide geometric magnification of the subject without unacceptable loss of sharpness and resolution.

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mag·ni·fi·ca·tion ra·di·og·ra·phy

(mag'ni-fi-kā'shŭn rā'dē-og'ră-fē)

Radiography using a microfocal x-ray tube and increased subject-film distance to provide magnification of the subject without loss of sharpness or increase in radiation exposure.

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