A(n) ________ procedure is one that requires a radiologist to insert a catheter, wire, or other testing device into a patient's blood vessel or organ through the skin or a body orifice and requires surgical aseptic technique. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


invasive
Any procedure that requires the insertion of a catheter, wire, or other device into a patient's blood vessel or organ through the skin or a body orifice is considered an invasive procedure.

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