Meaning & use
radiolucent
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allowing X-rays to pass through easily, appearing dark or transparent on an X-ray image.
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The radiologist noted a radiolucent area near the bone, suggesting a possible fracture line.
Radiolucent materials are often used in medical devices so they don't interfere with imaging.
A note on using this word
Radiolucent is the opposite of 'radiopaque,' which describes materials that block X-rays and appear light or white on scans.
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