Computertomografie

CT scan, computed tomography

noun kom-PYU-ter-to-mo-gra-FEE Rare

Usage Note

Computertomografie (abbreviated CT) uses X-rays and computer processing to produce cross-sectional images. Ein CT machen lassen (to have a CT done) is the typical phrasing in everyday speech.

Examples

"Das CT des Brustkorbs zeigte einen verdächtigen Fleck in der Lunge."

Natural Translation

The CT of the chest revealed a suspicious spot in the lung.

Literal Translation

The CT of the chest showed a suspicious spot in the lung.

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