photoscan

[ foh-tuh-skan ]

verb (used with object)

, pho·to·scanned, pho·to·scan·ning.

1. to study the distribution of a radioactive isotope or radiopaque dye in (a body organ or part) through the use of x-rays.

Word History and Origins

Origin of photoscan¹

First recorded in 1955–60; photo- + scan