by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 9, 2021 | Diagnostic Imaging, Services
Diagnostic Imaging At Deaconess Illinois Union County, diagnostic imaging is used to create a graphic depiction of the structures and functions of the body’s organs and other internal systems. These images are used to examine and diagnose certain medical conditions....
by Kaylea Gibson | May 30, 2025 | Diagnostic Imaging
Amyloid PET Scan Amyloid PET Scans Amyloid PET scans play a crucial role in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease by visualizing amyloid plaques, one of the key Hallmarks of the disease. These plaques are abnormal clusters of protein that can disrupt communication...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 6, 2022 | Diagnostic Imaging
CT Scanner Thanks to CT scanning (computed tomography, often called a “CAT” scan) doctors can view a “slice” of the human body painlessly. Often used to diagnose life-threatening conditions and issues like cancer, blood clots, infections, lung and liver disease, head...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 6, 2022 | Diagnostic Imaging
Digital Mammography Digital mammography uses computers and specially designed digital detectors to produce an image that can be displayed on a high-resolution computer monitor and can be transmitted and stored like any computer file. For patients, having a digital...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 6, 2022 | Diagnostic Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) It’s clear—precision is important during diagnosis. Of all imaging technologies, MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imaging gives doctors the clearest, most precise image of the inside of the body. It’s sophisticated, and uses a strong magnetic...
by Mariah Carnahan | Apr 6, 2022 | Diagnostic Imaging
Nuclear Medicine What is nuclear medicine? Nuclear medicine provides a look at the inside of your body – without surgery. It reveals information to your doctor about the structure and function of certain organs and systems in the body, from blood flow to the...
