Reader

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Reader

Reader (/ˈriːdər/), from the Old English rǣdere, is a term used in various fields of medicine. It refers to a medical professional who interprets and analyzes medical images, such as radiographs, MRIs, and CT scans. The term is also used to describe a device used to read or interpret data, such as a barcode reader in a laboratory setting.

Etymology

The term "reader" originates from the Old English rǣdere, which means "one who advises or consults". This is in reference to the role of a reader in interpreting and analyzing medical images or data.

Related Terms

  • Radiologist: A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound.
  • Radiographer: A healthcare professional who specializes in the imaging of human anatomy for the diagnosis and treatment of pathology.
  • Medical Imaging: The technique and process of creating visual representations of the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention.
  • Data Analysis: A process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making.

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