water-soluble contrast agent

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• contrast medium — n a substance (as a solution of iodine or suspension of barium sulfate) comparatively opaque to X rays that is introduced into the body (as by injection or swallowing) to contrast an internal part (as the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, or blood …   Medical dictionary

• contrast medium — contrast agent a substance administered to enhance the visibility of structures (i.e. increase the contrast) during imaging. In radiography a positive contrast agent (e.g. barium sulphate or a water soluble iodine containing compound) increases… …   The new mediacal dictionary

• agent — 1. An active force or substance capable of producing an effect. For agents not listed here, see the specific name. 2. A disease, a factor such as a microorganism, chemical substance, or a form of radiation the presence or …   Medical dictionary

• Contrast medium — A medical contrast medium (or contrast agent) is a substance used to enhance the contrast of structures or fluids within the body in medical imaging.[1] It is commonly used to enhance the visibility of blood vessels and the gastrointestinal tract …   Wikipedia

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• Radiocontrast agent — Radiocontrast agents are a type of medical contrast medium used to improve the visibility of internal bodily structures in an X ray based imaging techniques such as computed tomography (CT) or radiography (commonly known as X ray imaging).… …   Wikipedia

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