SPECT

[ spekt ]

noun

1. single photon emission computed tomography: a technique for measuring brain function similar to PET.

Word History and Origins

Origin of SPECT¹

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

In other words, SPECT might not be a useful tool for assessing more subtle physiological states, like anxiety and depression.

From The Daily Beast

He also says that dozens of doctors around the country not affiliated with his clinics use SPECT for clinical purposes.

From The Daily Beast

But if Ayotte really puts a hold on Rice, I spect that'll get lots of attention.

From The Daily Beast

"Miss Josephine must 'spect her beau; she's mightily fined off," commented Rachel, when she came up from her meal.

From Project Gutenberg

Bad, I 'spect, when he remembers the way he treated poor Connie.

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I 'spect he will some day, and Tom says he licks awful hard.

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Couldn't git dar 'fore dark, no how, and he'd be gone away, and I 'spect I couldn't fin' him.

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Oh, 'bout as big as your head, and I 'spect it's likely to come down dis yere chimney 'most any time.

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