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radiology report

(RAY-dee-AH-loh-jee reh-PORT)
A detailed report that describes the results of an imaging test. A radiology report includes information about the type of imaging test that was done and how it was done. It also includes a brief medical history of the person having the test, including any symptoms or known diseases and why the test was needed. The report also describes the findings seen in the areas of the body that were scanned and compares them with findings from a previous imaging test, if available. A summary of all the findings, which may be used to make a diagnosis of a disease, and any recommendations for further testing are also included in the report.
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