A diagnostic procedure used to study the structures of the brain is called:
A) computed tomography.
B) lumbar puncture.
C) electroencephalography.
D) myelogram.
A
Explanation:
A) Correct.
B) A lumbar puncture is done to study the cerebrospinal fluid.
C) Electroencephalography records the electrical activity of the brain.
D) A myelogram is an image of the spinal cord.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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