Kontrastmittel

contrast agent, contrast medium

noun kon-TRAST-mit-tel Rare

Usage Note

Kontrastmittel is the substance injected or swallowed to enhance visibility of structures during imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray). Patients with kidney problems must be tested before jodhaltiges Kontrastmittel (iodine-based contrast agent) is used.

Examples

"Für das CT wurde ein Kontrastmittel intravenös verabreicht."

Natural Translation

For the CT scan, a contrast agent was administered intravenously.

Literal Translation

For the CT a contrast agent was administered intravenously.

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