Radiolucent (Adjective)
Meaning
Almost complete transparent to X-rays or other forms of radiation; "radiolucent tissues".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The radiolucent area on the X-ray image indicated a possible cyst or tumor in the patient's lung tissue.
- Radiolucent materials such as air and water are often used in medical imaging to provide contrast with denser tissues.
- The radiolucent properties of the implant made it nearly invisible on the X-ray, allowing for more accurate diagnosis.
- Soft tissues like fat and muscle are generally radiolucent, making them harder to distinguish from one another on X-ray images.
- The radiolucent nature of the tumor made it difficult for doctors to pinpoint its exact location using X-ray technology alone.