Contrast Medium Definition

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noun
A substance, such as barium or air, used in radiography to increase the contrast of an image. A positive contrast medium absorbs x-rays more strongly than the tissue or structure being examined; a negative contrast medium, less strongly.
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Synonyms:
  • contrast material

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Noun

Singular:
contrast medium
Plural:
contrast media

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