Overview of Diagnostic Imaging of Animals 

Diagnostic Imaging of Animals

• Usage and Clinical Importance

    ◦ Recognized as one of the most frequently used categories of diagnostic testing globally.

    ◦ Applied extensively in both small and large animal hospitals.

• Core Advantages

    ◦ Provides a large volume of information through noninvasive means.

    ◦ Does not alter disease processes during the information-gathering phase.

    ◦ Does not cause unacceptable discomfort to the patient.

• Imaging Modalities

    ◦ Radiography: Cited as one of the most commonly used diagnostic tools in veterinary practice.

    ◦ Ultrasonography.

    ◦ Computed Tomography (CT).

    ◦ Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

    ◦ Nuclear Imaging.

• Access and Availability

    ◦ While radiography is standard in general practice, advanced modalities like CT, MRI, and nuclear imaging are commonly available in:

        ▪ Specialty practices.

        ▪ Academic centers.