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A substance used in radiography to enhance the visibility of structures within the body: Contrast media are X-ray dyes used to provide contrast; for example, between blood vessels and other tissues.
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A contrast medium: A contrast agent is a liquid (usually iodine or gadolinium) that is injected into the body to make certain tissues show up clearly during diagnostic imaging (angiography, CT, myelogram, MRI).
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