Question

Explain A-scan ultrasonography

Answer 1

A-scan ultrasound biometry, commonly referred to as an A-scan (short for Amplitude scan), is routine type of diagnostic test used in optometry or ophthalmology. The A-scan provides data on the length of the eye, which is a major determinant in common sight disorders.This is often termed quantitative A-scan

Answer 2

this technique is an application of echo

in this ultrasonic waves are reflected from different organs helps one to create an image of the organ .

this technique is called ultrasonography in case of organs other than heart in case of heart it is called endocardiography

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