Diagnostic

Diagnostic medical services encompass a wide range of tests and procedures that healthcare professionals use to detect, diagnose, and monitor diseases, conditions, and injuries. These services are fundamental to modern healthcare as they provide critical information that guides patient treatment and management. Below are some of the main categories of diagnostic medical services: 1. Imaging Services X-rays: Commonly used to visualize bones, detect fractures, and assess chest conditions such as pneumonia. Ultrasound: Uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of internal organs, tissues, and blood flow, often used in prenatal care. MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): Provides detailed images of soft tissues, including the brain, spinal cord, and joints, using magnetic fields and radio waves. CT Scan (Computed Tomography): Combines multiple X-ray images taken from different angles to produce cross-sectional views of the body, useful for detecting tumors, infections, and other abnormalities. Mammography: A specialized type of imaging that uses low-dose X-rays to examine breast tissue, primarily for the early detection of breast cancer.