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An Introduction to Computed Tomography – CT Scan: "X-rays are history when technology has now advanced to CT scans, which are very commonly heard of. To start with, CT scan is Computed Tomography scan, also known as CAT scan - Computerized Axial Tomography, which is a sophisticated x-ray procedure. During the scan, multiple images are taken and are compiled into cross-sectional images of bone, soft tissue and blood vessels. The advantage of CT scan is that it can obtain images of those parts which a standard x-ray cannot and hence, it helps in earlier diagnosis and successfully alleviating many diseases. Although CT imaging involves X-rays, its diagnostic benefits outweigh the harm of the exposure to radiation."