What is Radiology? Radiological procedures are used for looking
at the internal structures of the body, whether bone or soft
tissue. Usually these examinations are carried out to: -
diagnose disease states, such as cancer or heart disease - show
the extent of injury to body structures - to aid in
interventional procedures, such as angiography. The radiologist
may use different methods such as, X-ray, Computer Tomography
(CT), and Ultrasound as well as some other specialised types of
radiological imaging. - Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs)
or Radiographers perform your X-ray and CT examinations. -
Sonographers are MRTs who perform your ultrasound examinations.
- Radiologists are specialist doctors who read and understand
your films. They will also be involved if you have an
intravenous urogram (IVU), and a number of other ultrasound
procedures.They interpret the results of the images and send
them to your doctor.