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Radiopaque

Adjective:

1. Having the property of blocking or obstructing the passage of X-rays or other forms of radiation.

Usage Examples:

• The radiopaque contrast medium allowed the doctor to clearly visualize the blood vessels during the angiogram.
• The radiopaque material in the dental filling made it easy for the dentist to identify any underlying issues.
• During the X-ray examination, the doctor discovered a radiopaque object lodged in the patient's throat.

Noun:

1. A substance or material that is opaque to X-rays or other forms of radiation, thus appearing white or lighter on X-ray images.

Usage Examples:

• The radiologist injected a radiopaque dye into the patient's bloodstream to obtain clearer images of the blood vessels.
• The surgeon used a radiopaque marker to accurately locate the tumor during the operation.
• The presence of radiopaque objects in the body can help diagnose fractures or abnormalities.

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